{"id":25868,"date":"2019-07-14T00:14:15","date_gmt":"2019-07-14T04:14:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/?p=25868"},"modified":"2022-07-31T12:11:16","modified_gmt":"2022-07-31T16:11:16","slug":"kerala-style-pothichoru-full-recipe-kerala-meal-wrapped-in-banana-leaf-vazhayila-pothichoru","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/kerala-style-pothichoru-full-recipe-kerala-meal-wrapped-in-banana-leaf-vazhayila-pothichoru\/","title":{"rendered":"Kerala Style Pothichoru Full Recipe- Kerala Meal Wrapped In Banana Leaf- Vazhayila Pothichoru"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25875\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-Pothichor-Recipe.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-Pothichor-Recipe.jpg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-Pothichor-Recipe-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-Pothichor-Recipe-84x55.jpg 84w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Pothichor, lunch wrapped in banana leaf is truly a Kerala delicacy&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>Keralites love any food wrapped in banana leaves, the wilted banana leaf enhances the taste of the food greatly. This is one such meal enjoyed by non-veg Keralites.<\/p>\n<p>Pothichor means parcel\/pack or wrapped rice, and the full meal is wrapped in banana leaves. There are a few versions, this one is with fried fish.<\/p>\n<p>Instead of chammanthi or raw ground Coconut, I&#8217;ve made Dried Shrimp Coconut Masala. Tasted delicious. If you want gravy, add rasam or fish curry over the rice.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/dry-shrimp-with-grated-coconut-chammanthi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dried Shrimp Chammanthi Recipe, click here\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Cooking Video<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kerala Style Pothichoru Full Recipe- Meal wrapped In Banana Leaf- Vazhayila Pothichoru\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/qFFR1-0MePs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rosematta Rice<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25870\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rosematta-rice.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rosematta-rice.jpg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rosematta-rice-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rosematta-rice-84x55.jpg 84w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"easyrecipe mceNonEditable\" data-rating=\"0\"> \t<link itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-Pothichor-Recipe-475x200.jpg\" \/>\n<div class=\"item ERName\">Kerala Style Matta Rice<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERClear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cuisine: <span class=\"cuisine\">Indian<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Author: <span class=\"author\">Thasneen<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cook time: <time itemprop=\"cookTime\" datetime=\"PT25M\">25 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Total time: <time itemprop=\"totalTime\" datetime=\"PT25M\">25 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERIngredients\">\n<div class=\"ERIngredientsHeader\">Ingredients<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ingredients\">\n<li class=\"ingredient\">[b]Making Rosematta Rice[\/b]<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Rosematta Rice- 2 cups<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Water- 5 cups<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Salt- 1\/2 tsp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERInstructions\">\n<div class=\"ERInstructionsHeader\">Instructions<\/div>\n<div class=\"instructions\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Cooking over stove top: Fill 3\/4 of a large pot with water, place ove rmedium heat. Let the water come to a slight boil.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Season the water with salt.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add the rinsed rosematta rice.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Cook for 30 minutes till the rice has turned soft, rosematta rice takes longer time to cook compared to white rice.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Drain the rice water and keep aside the cooked rice.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERNutrition\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"endeasyrecipe\" style=\"display: none;\">3.5.3251<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Okra Thoran<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25871\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Okra-Thoran.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Okra-Thoran.jpg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Okra-Thoran-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Okra-Thoran-84x55.jpg 84w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"easyrecipe mceNonEditable\" data-rating=\"0\"> \t<link itemprop=\"image\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rosematta-rice.jpg\" \/>\n<div class=\"item ERName\">Kerala Style Okra Thoran<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERClear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\"><span class=\"xlate\">Recipe Type<\/span>: <span class=\"type\">Side<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cuisine: <span class=\"cuisine\">Indian<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Author: <span class=\"author\">Thasneen<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Prep time: <time itemprop=\"prepTime\" datetime=\"PT5M\">5 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cook time: <time itemprop=\"cookTime\" datetime=\"PT25M\">25 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Total time: <time itemprop=\"totalTime\" datetime=\"PT30M\">30 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERIngredients\">\n<div class=\"ERIngredientsHeader\">Ingredients<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ingredients\">\n<li class=\"ERSeparator\">[b]Okra Thoran[\/b]<\/li>\n<li class=\"ERSeparator\">[b]For grinding[\/b]<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Grated coconut- 1 cup<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Cumin seeds- 1 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Garlic- 1, large clove<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Green chili- 1<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Turmeric powder- 1\/2 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Water- 1\/4 to 1\/2 cup<\/li>\n<li class=\"ERSeparator\">[b]For Cooking[\/b]<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Coconut Oil- 1 tbsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Mustard seeds- 1 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Dried red chilies- 2<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Onion, chopped- 1<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Curry leaves- 1 sprig<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Green chili, halved- 1 or 2<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Salt- 1\/2 tsp + 1\/2 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Okra, chopped small- 10 to 15 okras (or add any kind of veggies or mixed veggies)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Water- 1\/4 to 1\/2 cup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERInstructions\">\n<div class=\"ERInstructionsHeader\">Instructions<\/div>\n<div class=\"instructions\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"instruction\">To a blender jar, add all the ingredients &#8216;for grinding&#8217; and grind to a coarse paste.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Place a pan over medium heat. Add oil let turn hot.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add mustard seeds, let splutter.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add dried red chilies.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add onion, season with 1\/2 tsp salt. Cook for 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add curry leaves and green chilies, saute for 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add okra, combine well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Instead of okra, any kind of veggies (carrort, beans, cabbage, cauliflower, spinach or mixed veggies can be added.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Cook for 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add 1\/4 to 1\/2 cup water and cook covered till okra turns soft.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Open the lid, cook uncovered and stir fry till the sliminess of okra goes away.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add the ground coconut mixture. Combine well and cook for a few minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add salt to taste. Combine well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Remove the pan from the heat and keep covered.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERNutrition\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"endeasyrecipe\" style=\"display: none;\">3.5.3251<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/kerala-easy-fish-curry-claypot-easy-fish-curry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fish Curry Recipe, Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29226\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/kerala-easy-fish-curry.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/kerala-easy-fish-curry.jpeg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/kerala-easy-fish-curry-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/kerala-easy-fish-curry-84x55.jpeg 84w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/coconut-curry-or-thengacurry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coconut-Thenga Ozhichu Curry Recipe, Click Here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29227\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/coconut-curry1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/coconut-curry1.jpeg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/coconut-curry1-133x200.jpeg 133w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pomfret Fish Fry<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25872\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Pomfret-Fish-fry.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Pomfret-Fish-fry.jpg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Pomfret-Fish-fry-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Pomfret-Fish-fry-84x55.jpg 84w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<div class=\"easyrecipe mceNonEditable\" data-rating=\"0\"> \t<link itemprop=\"image\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rosematta-rice.jpg\" \/>\n<div class=\"item ERName\">Kerala Pomfret Fish Fry<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERClear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cuisine: <span class=\"cuisine\">Indian<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Author: <span class=\"author\">Thasneen<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Prep time: <time itemprop=\"prepTime\" datetime=\"PT20M\">20 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cook time: <time itemprop=\"cookTime\" datetime=\"PT20M\">20 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Total time: <time itemprop=\"totalTime\" datetime=\"PT40M\">40 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERIngredients\">\n<div class=\"ERIngredientsHeader\">Ingredients<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ingredients\">\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Pomfret fish slices- 4 to 6 (Or use king fish or Sardines)<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Oil- enough for frying<\/li>\n<li class=\"ERSeparator\">[b]For making marinade[\/b]<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Chili powder- 3 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Turmeric powder- 1\/2 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Salt- 1 1\/2 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Lime or Lemon juice- 1 tbsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Curry leaves- 1 sprig<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Water- 3 tbsp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERInstructions\">\n<div class=\"ERInstructionsHeader\">Instructions<\/div>\n<div class=\"instructions\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"instruction\">In a bowl, combine the ingredients &#8216;for making marinade&#8217;.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Use pomfret or king fish or sardines. Add lines over the fish slices.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Spread the marinade over the fish.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Let marinate for 15 minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Place a frying pan over medium heat. Add oil, let oil turn hot.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Place marinated fish over the oil.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Deep fry till both sides turn golden brown.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Transfer to a paper towel.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Keep aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERNutrition\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"endeasyrecipe\" style=\"display: none;\">3.5.3251<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Dried Shrimp Masala<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25873\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Dried-Shrimp-Masala.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Dried-Shrimp-Masala.jpg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Dried-Shrimp-Masala-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Dried-Shrimp-Masala-84x55.jpg 84w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"easyrecipe mceNonEditable\" data-rating=\"0\"> \t<link itemprop=\"image\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rosematta-rice.jpg\" \/>\n<div class=\"item ERName\">Kerala Style Dried Shrimp Masala<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERClear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cuisine: <span class=\"cuisine\">Indian<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Author: <span class=\"author\">Thasneen<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Prep time: <time itemprop=\"prepTime\" datetime=\"PT5M\">5 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cook time: <time itemprop=\"cookTime\" datetime=\"PT20M\">20 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Total time: <time itemprop=\"totalTime\" datetime=\"PT25M\">25 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERIngredients\">\n<div class=\"ERIngredientsHeader\">Ingredients<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ingredients\">\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Oil- 1 tbsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Mustard seeds- 1 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Whole red dry chilies- 2<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Curry leaves-1 sprig<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Small onions, sliced- 7<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Ginger, minced- 1 inch<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Garlic minced- 2 cloves<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Green chilies, chopped- 1<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Dried shrimp- 1 cup<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Chili powder- 1 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Turmeric powder- 1\/4 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Water- \u00bc cup<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Grated coconut- \u00bd cup<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Salt- 1\/2 tsp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERInstructions\">\n<div class=\"ERInstructionsHeader\">Instructions<\/div>\n<div class=\"instructions\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Place a saucepan over medium heat, add oil and let oil turn hot.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add mustard seeds, let splutter.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add whole dry red chilies and curry leaves, saute for a few seconds.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add small onions, season with salt and saute for a minute.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add ginger, garlic and green chilies, saute till onions turn golden brown.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add dried shrimp, combine well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add chili powder, turmeric powder, combine well and cook for a minute.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add water, cook for 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add grated coconut and cook for a few minutes till water has dried off.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Dry roast for 2 to 3 minutes till coconut and dried shrimp turns golden brown.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Keep aside covered.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERNutrition\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"endeasyrecipe\" style=\"display: none;\">3.5.3251<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Kerala style Omelette<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-25874\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-style-Omelette.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-style-Omelette.jpg 475w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-style-Omelette-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Kerala-style-Omelette-84x55.jpg 84w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"easyrecipe mceNonEditable\" data-rating=\"0\"> \t<link itemprop=\"image\" href=\"http:\/\/www.thasneen.com\/cooking\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/rosematta-rice.jpg\" \/>\n<div class=\"item ERName\">Easy Omelette Recipe<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERClear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cuisine: <span class=\"cuisine\">Indian<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Author: <span class=\"author\">Thasneen<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Prep time: <time itemprop=\"prepTime\" datetime=\"PT5M\">5 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Cook time: <time itemprop=\"cookTime\" datetime=\"PT10M\">10 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERHead\">Total time: <time itemprop=\"totalTime\" datetime=\"PT15M\">15 mins<\/time><\/div>\n<div class=\"ERIngredients\">\n<div class=\"ERIngredientsHeader\">Ingredients<\/div>\n<ul class=\"ingredients\">\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Eggs- 2<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Small onions, minced- 3<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Green chili, minced- 1<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Salt- 1\/4 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Ground pepper- 1\/4 tsp<\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\">Coconut oil- 1\/2 tbsp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERInstructions\">\n<div class=\"ERInstructionsHeader\">Instructions<\/div>\n<div class=\"instructions\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"instruction\">To a bowl, crack 2 eggs.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add small onions, green chili, salt and ground pepper, combine well using a fork.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Place a pan over medium heat.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Add coconut oil.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Pour the beaten egg mixture, swirl to spread the egg evenly.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Cook till the bottom side cooks well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Flip over and cook the other side as well.<\/li>\n<li class=\"instruction\">Transfer to a plate. Keep it aside.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ERNutrition\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"endeasyrecipe\" style=\"display: none;\">3.5.3251<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>How to Assemble Pothichoru<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Wilt banana leaves over the flame, by wilting banana leaves wouldn&#8217;t tear off while wrapping.<\/li>\n<li>Use 2 banana leaves.<\/li>\n<li>Place rosematta rice in the center of the wilted banana leaves.<\/li>\n<li>For gravy, pour fish curry or moru-yogurt curry or coconut-thenga curry.<\/li>\n<li>On the sides, place okra thoran, dried shrimp masala, pickle, omelette &amp; pickle.<\/li>\n<li>Place fried fish on top of the rice.<\/li>\n<li>Wrap the banana leaves well. Can be again wrapped with aluminum foil.<\/li>\n<li>I like to steam cook the pothichoru for a few minutes, that way the aroma of the banana leaves will infuse into the food.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy this Kerala delicacy pothichoru, Yum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pothichor, lunch wrapped in banana leaf is truly a Kerala delicacy&#8230; Keralites love any food wrapped in banana leaves, the wilted banana leaf enhances the taste of the food greatly. This is one such meal enjoyed by non-veg Keralites. Pothichor means parcel\/pack or wrapped rice, and the full meal is wrapped in banana leaves. 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