Idichu Pizhinja Payasam | Chadhachadhayam

In my previous few posts I have been writing Onam is just round the corner, 2 more days to go etc, and Onam is already here. So tomorrow is ...

Kalan/ Onasadhya

Two more days to go for Onam. Generally preparation for the Onam feast would start 2 to 3 days before the D day, like Frying Chips, making t...

Beans Carrot Thoran

Hi Friends! Onam is one of the important festivals of Kerala and is celebrated in a grand way. According to popular legend, onam is celebrat...

Mangai Kootan

Kootan in Palakkad lingua means Kuzhambu, something that’s like gravy and can be mixed with rice. As I have mentioned in one of my previous ...

Pachha Papaya Thoran/Raw Papaya Stir Fry

Coconut trees, Jackfruit trees, Banana trees, Papaya trees are a common sight in most Kerala houses. The fruits of these trees are a major p...

Chembu Pulivitta Curry (Spicy Tangy Colocasia Stir Fry)

Chembu Colocasia or taro root is one of my favorite vegetables. I love anything made out of it like Chembu Sambar, Chembu Moru Kootan, Chemb...