Kerala: A foodie’s journey in God’s Own State

Kerala, ‘God’s Own Country’, is noted for its stunning backwaters and lush green landscapes. But that’s not all what Kerala is only about, the state is also celebrated for its delicious and diverse cuisine. The food of Kerala is every foodie’s dream! Kerala cuisine reflects a rich history and cultural diversity.

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Let’s go on a culinary journey through some of Kerala's famous cuisines.

Sadya: The grand feast
Sadya is a quintessential Kerala feast, served on a banana leaf. An elaborate meal, Sadya comprises rice, sambar, rasam, aviyal, pachadi and types of thoran (stir-fried vegetables). It also includes crispy papadum and ends with a sweet note with desserts like payasam.

Appam
Appam is another must-have dish in Kerala. This is a rice pancake having a crispy edge. It is served with a fragrant stew, which is made with coconut milk. The dish is rich and subtly spiced, making it the perfect match for the soft appams. It's a breakfast or dinner favorite in Kerala.
Karimeen Pollichathu

Kerala's backwaters offer a bounty of fresh seafood, and one of the most iconic seafood dishes is karimeen pollichathu. Karimeen, or pearl spot fish, is marinated in a blend of spices, wrapped in banana leaves, and either baked or grilled to perfection.

Kerala Sambhar
Sambhar is a spicy and tangy lentil curry made with an array of vegetables. This is an essential part of South Indian cuisine. Kerala's version of sambhar is known for its unique flavors, enriched with coconut and an aromatic tempering of spices.

Puttu and Kadala Curry
Puttu, another rice cake dish, is made using steamed rice flour. It is a favorite breakfast option in Kerala served with kadala curry, a spicy black chickpea curry.

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Malabar Parotta with Chicken Curry
Malabar Parotta is a flaky, layered flatbread that perfectly complements a spicy and rich chicken curry. The parotta's layers are created through a unique process of folding and frying.

Idiyappam
Idiyappam is steamed rice noodles which are served with a range of sides. From spicy curries to sweetened coconut milk, it is perfect with any combination.