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Idiyappam

 

I cannot say enough about the cuisine of Kerala, God’s own country. I absolutely relish the traditional food recipes of Kerala especially their breakfast fare like Idiyappam, Puttu and Appam. I was fortunate to taste authentic cuisine of Kerala on many a occasion. A more recent one was during our home stay with a very warm and hospitable family in Wayanad and Kochi. I learnt how to make a few Kerala style recipes that I have since been preparing for my family. I am planning on doing a series on the traditional cuisine of Kerala for my dear readers. I hope readers of Sailu’s Kitchen, who belong to Kerala, provide me with inputs and feedback on the traditional food recipes that I post here and support me in my culinary journey through Kerala. 🙂

Kerala food is healthy, quick to make with minimal ingredients, at least a majority of traditional food that I have learnt to make. One such Kerala style dish for breakfast is Idiyappam aka String Hoppers. It is also served during dinner time and is made with roasted rice flour, ghee or oil and grated coconut. Idiyappam is usually served with a variety of side dishes like peas curry, vegetable kurma, chicken stew, egg or chicken curry. Another popular way to serve Idiyappam is with a dollop of ghee, grated coconut and sugar or with sweetened coconut milk. This combination is popular among children.



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