3 Authentic Dishes Of Kerala You Must Try At least Once
by Ankita Sehgal Freelance Blogger, Lives in New DelhiKerala is the land of great cuisines, made
even more special by the hospitality of the people. From local restaurants to
gourmet diners there is a unique element of authenticity imbibed into the food.
Travellers can really get a sense of the
local culture just by trying out the various dishes of Kerala. The culinary
impact of Kerala’s cuisines has made the region globally renowned for
innovation in preparation and staying true to its heritage.
Appam and Stew
This classic combination is best enjoyed at
some of the leading resorts in Kerala through its elite culinary experts. The
chefs at the best business hotels in Kerala, including The LaLiT
Resort & Spa Bekal, prepare Appam in a traditional rice flour base. The
stew is generally crafted in a mix of coconut gravy with a core meat option.
It’s one of the best dishes to try if
you’re a non-veg lover, and its roots go deep into traditional tribal cooking
in Kerala. Appam and Stew is something that you can enjoy on any day at any
time. It’s also a dish that Keralites try first when revisiting their home
state.
Ada Pradhaman
Ada is a classic sweet dish that is
indigenous to the region. It’s prepared with a healthy mix of different nuts
and baked to perfection when served as a dinner dessert option. The preparation
is often cherished by localities that enjoy the fine texture of the dish. The
versatility of the dish makes it an interesting accompaniment to a main course,
as it can be made thicker or thinner depending on your meal plating.
Many of the top spa hotels in Kerala serve
Ada as a sweet note after an energizing massage treatment. It’s also a great
dessert to serve when celebrating a special occasion or enjoying the company of
large groups. In fact, it’s served widely as the main celebratory dessert
during the month of Onam.
Nadan Kozhi Varuthathu
Nadan Kozhi Varuthathu is soul food for
many Keralites that enjoy non-veg cuisines. It’s a more traditional form of
fried chicken, and it’s served on a banana leaf with onion, garlic and
coriander. The recipe for Nadan has been passed down from generation to
generation, with each family in Kerala preparing it their own way. When it
comes to good old fashion authentic cooking, the dish is best enjoying within
Kerala’s great local eateries.
Nadan has been made famous by the many
global travellers who rave about it on their way back home. While the meats can
be substituted, the core preparation remains the same preserving that authentic
flavour profile long-term.
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