Ruchikoottukal

Authentic Kerala recipes from Ammamma's kitchen to yours

Kerala Recipe Collection

Vegetarian•3/18/2026•7 min read

Pumpkin and cowpeas cooked with coconut and spices. A nutritious, flavorful dish that's both comforting and satisfying.

Vegetarian•3/12/2026•6 min read

Ash gourd and black-eyed peas in coconut milk. A mild, comforting dish that's a Sadhya essential and Vishu favorite.

Dessert•3/1/2026•9 min read

Traditional rice ada cooked in coconut milk with jaggery. A festival essential that requires patience but rewards with incredible richness.

Soup & Appetizer•2/22/2026•6 min read

Light, spiced tamarind soup that aids digestion. A comforting end to heavy meals with its aromatic tempering and tangy warmth.

Vegetarian•2/15/2026•8 min read

Tamarind-based lentil curry with vegetables and traditional spices. A daily staple that varies by region and family tradition.

Vegetarian•2/8/2026•7 min read

Traditional mixed vegetable curry with coconut and curry leaves. A Sadhya essential that celebrates seasonal vegetables in harmony.

Bread & Snacks•2/2/2026•10 min read

Multi-layered, flaky bread made with flour, oil, and technique. A restaurant favorite that you can master at home with practice.

Traditional Recipes•1/30/2026•15 min read

Complete guide to planning and executing Kerala's traditional vegetarian feast served on banana leaves. 26 dishes that celebrate our culture.

Breakfast•1/25/2026•5 min read

Traditional steamed rice flour preparation layered with coconut. A breakfast staple served with banana, jaggery, or curries.

Breakfast•1/18/2026•6 min read

Soft-centered, crispy-edged rice pancakes made with fermented batter. Perfect with stew or sweetened coconut milk.

Main Course•1/12/2026•12 min read

Dry roasted beef with coconut, curry leaves and spices. A Christmas and Onam favorite that takes patience but delivers incredible flavor.

Main Course•1/5/2026•8 min read

Traditional Kerala fish curry with coconut milk and kokum (kudampuli). This recipe has been passed down through generations in our family.