Author: Sindhu B Pillai

Thenga Chammanthi

Thenga chammanthi/chutney (തേങ്ങാ ചമ്മന്തി), is the nostalgic mix of fresh grated coconut, ginger, tamarind, shallots, curry leaves and chillies, traditionally prepared manual roller stone grinder (അരകല്ല്) . It’s the unavoidable side dish for lunch meal wrapper (pothichoru – പൊതിച്ചോറ്) and is considered as one of the tastiest accompaniments for boiled […]

Quick Dum Biriyani

In general for DUM Biryani, the rice and meat is cooked in an earthen pot and the lid is sealed with dough and it is cooked on slow fire, and is a long process. Here I am sharing recipe for a quick make Dum Biryani recipe, that can be put […]

Salmon Broiled -Roasted

The inspiration for this dish came to me from a cookery show that focuses on Kuttanadan spicy fish recipes. The touch I have given here is to use Salmon instead of Karimeen & broiling it instead of deep oil frying. I already shared couple of Broiled Salmon recipes before and […]

Potato Egg Masala

This flavor-packed recipe for hard boiled eggs and potatoes in a spicy coconut masala gravy. It makes a great side dish for rice or Chapati. The delicious blend of coconut and cashew gives dish an authentic Kerala touch and aroma.

Spinach-Dal Curry

Spinach is a nutrition filled leafy vegetable of Persian origin. Spinach-Dal curry also known as Moloshyam is a healthy spinach recipe and a wonderful side dish to go with rice or Roti. This creamy and thick consistency curry is packed with vibrant spices along with coconut and teeming with flavor.

Egg Mappas

Kerala Egg Mappas, a delicately spiced curry with coconut milk is one of the classic recipes of Kerala Christian Cuisine. The presence of thick coconut milk lends the egg curry a creamy sauce and a tempting aroma and flavor. It is a great breakfast side dish and goes well with […]