10 Must-Try Veg Kerala Dishes This October
Discover 10 delicious vegetarian Kerala favourites to try this October.
Appam with Vegetable Stew
Soft, lace-edged appams paired with a gently spiced coconut milk vegetable stew make this one of Kerala's most comforting and elegant breakfast favourites.
Puttu with Kadala Curry
Steamed layers of rice flour and coconut served with rich black chickpea curry create a hearty Kerala classic packed with earthy flavour and comforting texture.
Idiyappam with Vegetable Kurma
Delicate steamed rice-noodle nests paired with creamy vegetable kurma make for a light, fragrant and beautifully balanced Kerala-style meal.
Kerala Porotta with Paneer Butter Masala
Flaky, layered Kerala porotta meets rich and creamy paneer butter masala in an indulgent combination that brings together local comfort and restaurant-style flavour.
Malabar Vegetable Biriyani
Fragrant rice, vegetables, aromatic spices and the distinctive flavours of Malabar come together in a colourful biriyani that feels both festive and deeply satisfying.
Kerala Sadhya
A traditional vegetarian feast served on a banana leaf, Kerala Sadhya brings together rice, curries, vegetables, pickles, pappadam and payasam in one unforgettable spread.
Ada with Aviyal
Traditional savoury ada paired with creamy, coconut-rich aviyal creates a wonderfully regional combination with gentle spices, vegetables and distinctly Kerala character.
Kappa Cutlet
Crisp on the outside and soft within, kappa cutlets turn Kerala's beloved tapioca into a flavourful tea-time snack that pairs perfectly with a fresh chutney or dip.
Ilayada
A soft rice parcel filled with coconut and jaggery, wrapped in banana leaf and gently steamed, Ilayada is a simple Kerala sweet with beautiful aroma and texture.
Palada Payasam
Creamy, silky and delicately sweet, Palada Payasam combines soft rice ada with slowly cooked milk for a rich Kerala dessert that needs little else to shine.