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Mezhupuratti is a traditional Kerala dish. The term “mezhukkupuratti” roughly translates to “stir-fry” or “sautéed” in Malayalam. The dish is known for its simplicity and emphasis on natural flavors. Mezhupuratti is typically made using a variety of vegetables such as beans (often long beans, French beans, or cluster beans), carrots, raw bananas, yams, or …
Bittergourd or pavakka in Malayalam kichadi, South Indian style… There are a couple of ways of making kichadi, with ground coconut or without coconut. In this recipe, I skipped ground coconut & just added yogurt. Instead of deep frying the bitter gourd, I air-fried them with very less oil & they turned out super crispy. …
Squid peera, cooked with coconut, Kerala recipe… Kerala Peera is a traditional South Indian dish from the state of Kerala, known for its unique and rich flavors. It’s a coconut-based curry typically made with seafood, and it’s often flavored with spices like turmeric, cumin, and green chilies. The word “Peera” refers to the grated coconut …
Whole sea bream marinated & pan-fried, absolutely delish… Hailing from Kerala I love seafood & shellfish. In fact, in Kerala, non-vegetarians enjoy seafood on a daily basis & over there, fishmongers bring catch of the day fish right to the doorstep. In Canada, I cook seafood mostly in Summer, the reason being I can cook …
Theeyal is a traditional Kerala dish. It’s a flavorful and aromatic thick curry made using roasted coconut and spices, resulting in a rich and deep flavor. Theeyal is typically prepared with vegetables like small or pearl onions, bitter gourd (pavakka), eggplant (brinjal), and drumsticks (moringa). For the non-vegetarian version, theeyal can also be made with …