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    Morning meals of Kerala: A journey through Malabar cuisine
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    Morning meals of Kerala: A journey through Malabar cuisine

    By Anujj Trehaan
    Jan 07, 2025
    08:47 am

    What's the story

    The southern Indian state of Kerala is a gastronomic paradise known for its vibrant and diverse culinary traditions.

    Among its distinct regional cuisines, Malabar cuisine holds a special place for its exquisite flavors and dishes.

    This article delves into the traditional morning meals of Kerala, with a special focus on the Malabar region, to give you a glimpse of its flavorful breakfast wonders.

    Staple breakfast

    The staple: Puttu and kadala curry

    Puttu is a cylindrical steamed rice cake prepared with coconut shavings, and is typically served with kadala curry, which is a spicy chickpea curry.

    This pairing is a standard breakfast in Kerala, enjoyed in both homes and restaurants.

    Beyond flavor, puttu and kadala curry deliver a balanced meal to kickstart your day, supplying both carbs and proteins.

    Fermented delight

    A fermented favorite: Appam with stew

    Appam, a delicate pancake made from fermented rice batter and coconut milk, features a fluffy center with thin, crispy edges.

    It is traditionally served with a vegetable or chicken stew.

    This stew, creamy with coconut milk and fragrant with warming spices like cinnamon and cloves, complements the slight sweetness of appam, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

    Savory treat

    The savory snack: Uzhunnu vada

    Uzhunnu vada is a delicious, doughnut-shaped fritter made from urad dal (black lentil) batter.

    These golden-brown treats are often served as a side dish with breakfast, but they're also tasty on their own, especially with chutney or sambar (a lentil-based vegetable stew) for dipping.

    Uzhunnu Vada brings the perfect crunch to an otherwise soft breakfast.

    Light breakfast

    A lighter option: Idiyappam with curry

    Idiyappam or string hoppers are a beloved breakfast item in South India.

    These light and filling noodles make for the perfect morning meal.

    And, when served with a side of spicy curry, idiyappam delivers a harmonious medley of textures and flavors, creating a dining experience that's both comforting and utterly delicious.

    Sweet indulgence

    For sweet tooths: Pazham pori

    Pazham pori is a popular snack in Kerala that also serves as a delicious breakfast choice for individuals who enjoy beginning their day with something sweet.

    It is made by coating ripe plantain slices in a wheat flour batter and deep-frying them to a beautiful golden brown.

    The dish offers an irresistible combination of sweetness from the plantain and satisfying crunch from the fried coating.

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