Kochi is a city filled with a rich and diverse culture and history. From the Portuguese-influenced old town of Fort Kochi to the vibrant street food scene, Kochi offers a wide variety of culinary delights. One of the most intriguing aspects of Kochi is its traditional dishes that have been passed down for generations. From the famous Prawn Akathe Pathiri to the Zaffrani Murg Seekh Kebab, Kochi has a dish for everyone. Read on to find out more about the delicious slice of history from Kochi.
Prawn Akathe Pathiri
Prawn Akathe Pathiri is a classic dish from Kochi that has been around for centuries. Cook with rice flour, shrimp, and a variety of spices. The rice flour is first boiling water, and then it is spread out in a thin layer and cut into small pieces. The shrimp is then add and cooking until it is tender. The spices are adds to give the dish its unique flavour. The dish is serve with spicy coconut chutney. This dish is a favourite amongst locals and is a must-try when visiting Kochi.
Zaffrani Murg Seekh Kebab
With minced chicken, spices, and saffron, Zaffrani Murg Seekh Kebab is a popular Kochi dish. You can create this dish with minced meat and with spices and saffron and then shaped into small cylinders. A smoky flavour you’ll get by grilling the cylinders over charcoal until they are cooked through. Also, serve with chutney or gravy and goes well with drinks.
First Class Railway Mutton Curry
First Class Railway Mutton Curry is a dish that has its roots in the railway system of Kochi. This tasty dish is cook with goat meat, spices, and coconut milk. The goat meat is cook and fry in spices and coconut milk until it is tender and the flavours have blended. The dish has a mild flavour and is usually served with steamed rice or bread.
Fort Kochi’s Pork Vindaloo
Fort Kochi’s Pork Vindaloo is a popular dish from the old town of Fort Kochi. This spicy dish is cook with pork, red chillies, vinegar, and spices. The pork is cook in spices and vinegar until it is tender and the flavours have blended. The dish is serve with steam rice or bread and is a great accompaniment to drinks.
Dak Bungalow Slow Roast Chicken
Dak Bungalow Slow Roast Chicken is a dish that has its roots in the colonial days of Kochi. The dish you can cook with chicken, spices, and coconut milk. The chicken you can marinate in spices and coconut milk and then roasted slowly over a charcoal fire. The dish has a mild flavour and is usually serving with steamed rice or bread. This dish is a favourite amongst locals and is a great accompaniment to drinks.
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