Flavours and Fire

 How to Make Kaipola:  The Irresistible Malabar Banana Cake                                                                          Kaipola, simply known as "Banana Cake" , is Malabar's traditional, soft, and sweet snack with the richness of flavors in fully ripe bananas, eggs, and cardamom. It's a traditional dish in Kerala's Malabar region and usually served during Ramadan as an evening snack with tea. How to Make Authentic Kaipola at Home In this blog, we're going to walk you through a simple step-by-step guide to making authentic Kaipola at home. Ingredients You will Require •  2 ripe bananas (nenthrapazham / Kerala banana) •  3 eggs •  ¼ cup sugar (adjust to taste) •  ¼ teaspoon cardamom powder                      ...

 Making crispy and delectable chicken cutlets at home                                                              Chicken cutlets are always a classic favorite—crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and with so many flavors. It may be prepared for a snack or appetizer, or just for a side. This is easy homemade chicken cutlet recipes. It would certainly make people eager for more when prepared this way. Here is the step-by-step guide for making the best chicken cutlets. Ingredients needed For Cutlet Mixture: • 2 cups boneless chicken, boiled and shredded • 1 medium-sized potato, boiled and mashed • 1 small onion, finely chopped • 2 cloves garlic, minced                                           • 1 teaspoon ginger, g...

 How to Prepare Puttu and Kadala Curry:  A Traditional Kerala Breakfast                                                        Puttu and Kadala Curry is the classic breakfast combination from Kerala that everyone loves because of its rich flavor and high nutritional value. Puttu is steamed rice cake prepared with coconut, while Kadala Curry is a spicy black chickpea curry. Together, they prepare a healthy meal. In this blog, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of making both Puttu and Kadala Curry at home. Part 1: How to Make Puttu Ingredients: • 1 cup rice flour (Puttu podi) • ½ cup grated coconut                         • ½ cup water • ¼ teaspoon salt Instructions: 1.  Prepare the rice flour by mixing it with salt in a bowl. Slowly add water while mixing...

 How to Make Sambar:  Traditional South Indian Recipe Sambar is one of the most important dishes in South Indian cuisine. It is very nutritious and flavorful, and this stew made of lentils with tamarind and spices tastes very good with rice, idli, dosa, or vada. Here's a step-by-step guide to making authentic sambar at home. Ingredients Needed To Prepare the Dal (Lentils) •  1 cup toor dal (pigeon pea lentils) •  3 cups water •  ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder •  1 teaspoon oil For the Tamarind Extract •  Small lemon-sized tamarind ball •  ½ cup warm water Vegetables (You Can Use Any of These) •  1 drumstick (cut into pieces) •  1 carrot (chopped) •  5-6 shallots or 1 onion (chopped)                   •  1 tomato (chopped) •  ½ cup pumpkin (cubed) •  ½ cup brinjal/eggplant (chopped) •  1 green chili (slit) For the Spice Mix (Sambar Powder or Freshly Made) •  2 tab...

 Palada Pradhaman:  Kerala's Most Popular Traditional Dessert                                                              Palada Pradhaman is a traditional dessert, which is always prepared during the Onam and Vishu festival seasons. The rich and creamy dessert is of the payasam variety that is made of rice ada or flattened rice flakes, milk, sugar, and ghee. Unlike jaggery-based payasams, Palada Pradhaman has a special, delicate sweetness that makes it a favorite of all dessert lovers. Let's see how to make a perfect Palada Pradhaman at home, in detail, stepwise. Ingredients For the Ada (if making from scratch) •  1 cup raw rice •  Water (for soaking and grinding)                          •  A pinch of salt For the Pradhaman •  1 cup rice ...

 How to Cook Chakka and Mulakitta Meen Curry: A Traditional Kerala Delicacy                                                           Kerala is renowned for its rich flavorful cuisine, but seafood and fruits of the tropical region are essential ingredients in every dish. It is true to say that, among all its dishes, none can capture more of Kerala's culinary heritage like Chakka (Jackfruit) Curry or Mulakitta Meen Curry (Fish Curry with Chili-Tamarind Gravy). Two dishes packed full of traditional spices and bold flavors are a must in every house in Kerala. If you wish to bring the authentic Kerala taste to your kitchen, here's a step-by-step guide on how to prepare both dishes. 1. Chakka (Jackfruit) Curry This is a mildly spiced coconut-based curry made with raw jackfruit. The dish is characterized by its unique texture and flavor and is a...