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Thoran is a old-fashioned Palakkad recipe that harnesses the best qualities of the humble yellow pumpkin. Combining coconut, a light tadka and this commonly found indian vegetable, this recipe creates...
Kootu Curry is a simple lentil and vegetable dish that is mildly flavoured and great both as part of your daily meal or a grand Sadya on a special occasion...
Vella payasam is a typical Palakkad sweet that is served on festive days. It's closer in taste to a sweet pongal (chakkarai pongal) than a typical kheer. The addition of...
Paal Payasam (rice milk pudding), is one of the simplest South Indian dessert recipes ever and this version from Girija Paati's maternal home is a festive must try.
Kurukku Kalan is a delicious coconut and yoghurt based gravy vegetable that is a must at Onam and other celebrations at Kalpathi, Girija Paati's maternal village. Tangy with a hint...
Pulissery is a delicious mango yoghurt-based curry that will have you falling in love with the first taste, especially if you enjoy a mix of spice, tang and sweet. This...
Errisery is a quintessential Keralite dish that is served on special occasions and definitely figures on the Onam Sadya leaf. Girijapaati's recipe for this gravy-based vegetable curry is incredibly simple...
Chakka payasam or jackfruit kheer is a classic festival dish in Kerala, especially for Onam. Girija paati's version uses her jackfruit preserve or chakka varatti that is made with jaggery...
A light, subtle, but surprisingly flavourful dish, Olan is a classic Kerala stew that is served in most Sadya's (traditional feasts) including during Onam. Combining fresh vegetables with traditional coconut...
Avial or mixed vegetable stew immediately brings to mind traditional Keralite meals. Girija Paati makes a few different types of avial, however the Keralite version is the one that brings back...
Kerala Style Arachuvitta Sambar is a thicker sambar made with coconut and a special spice paste. We don't use Sambar Podi for this recipe! Equally delicious with hot rice, crispy...