by Meena Meenattoor | Feb 12, 2016
Vendakka Mappas / Okra/ Lady’s Finger Mappas Vendakka Mappas; the spicy Okra Masala curry is my special dish for Lunch today. When you hear the name Mappas, Karimeen Mappas and Beef Mappas Curry is what comes to your mind, right? Vendakka Mappas is equally tasty dish...
by Meena Meenattoor | Dec 7, 2015
Kovakkai fry (Ivy Gourd/ Tindora fry) Kovakkai fry (Ivy Gourd/ Tindora fry), is not very popular like Pavakka fry (Bitter gourd fry) in Kerala, although it is tastier. I was surprised to know that many of my friends have not even tried this. Crispy Kovakkai fry with...
by Meena Meenattoor | Dec 2, 2015
Kaya Ularthiyathu / Kaya MezhukkupurattiKaya Ularthiyathu is another favourite vegetarian side dish at my home. Kaya (Vazhakka/ Unripe Plantain/ Green Banana) is readily available in all parts of India. Kaya is also prepared in combination with all kinds of Beans...
by Meena Meenattoor | Nov 29, 2015
Chemmeen Ularthiyathu (Prawns Roast) Chemmeen Ularthiyathu (prawns Roast) is a lip-smacking seafood cuisine of Kerala and the aroma and the flavor is something you will never forget and always yearn for. Alleppey region is famous for its scenic beauty and exceptional...
by Meena Meenattoor | Nov 16, 2015
Palak Soup/ Healthy Palak Soup/ Spinach SoupPalak Soup is a very nutritious, simple yet delicious soup and a great appetizer. The onion and garlic in Spinach / Palak Soup give great flavours and the green chilly and pepper spices it up. I first had Palak Soup in Dubai...