8 Authentic Kerala Dishes You Must Try

Ada Pradhaman

A delicacy from Kerala, Ada Pradhaman consists of soft rice, crunchy cashew nuts, ghee and coconut milk – a highlight of the traditional Sadya festival. (Photo: Kerala Tourism)

Olaan

Prepare Olan by boiling red oriental beans with salt, cubed kumbalanga (ash gourd), pumpkin, string beans and green chillies in a mixture. Add curry leaves and pour coconut milk to enhance the flavours. (Image: Kerala Tourism)

Vattayappam

Malayali households enjoy locally brewed tea with delicious Vattayappam. These light, round delicacies, flavoured with cardamom, are a traditional Kerala delight, perfect for tantalising your taste buds. (Image: Kerala Tourism)

Aadu Attipathal

A favourite in Kerala cuisine, Aadu Attipathal features spicy lamb with a succulent texture, rooted in Malabar culinary tradition. Recreate this authentic dish in your kitchen. (Image: Kerala Tourism)

Pazhampori

Pazhampori, or Banana Fritters, a beloved Malayali snack, features fresh bananas in a crispy batter. It is a quick and delicious treat, perfect for any household. (Image: Kerala Tourism)

Vishu Katta

Vishu Katta, a traditional Kerala snack, is a rice cake with cumin seeds, eaten during the Vishu New Year festival. Here is the recipe to make this festive delicacy at home. (Image: Kerala Tourism)

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A Malabar delicacy, Unnakaya combines bananas, coconut, cardamom and raisins into a crunchy treat with a sweet, melt-in-your-mouth filling – a perfect choice for tea time at home. (Image: Kerala Tourism) )