Authentic Kerala Cooking - The South Indian Cuisine from Udemy

Hi Food Lovers,

Kerala is world-famous for its traditional cuisine of age-old recipes, which is so delicious that literally melts in our mouth. People from worldwide come to Kerala mainly for pampering their taste buds. They are delicious and tempting healthy recipes.

I am Maria Thomas an educationalist by profession and cooking is one of my passions. I am a former college lecturer in Chemistry. Also, I wrote a few books in practical Chemistry and curated videos of the same.

Belonging to an ancestral house of a traditional Syrian Catholic family in Kerala, I have seen how everyone loves and crave for our food. So, I thought of sharing one of our biggest treasures – the age-old recipes to you. By this I am preserving these recipes forever so that the present and future generations can easily access forever.

This course I made with the guidance of my Mom, Mrs. Annama Thomas who is the homemaker of my ancestral house and she belongs to a traditional family in Kuttanadu – the rice bowl of Kerala. Also, with the guidance from my sister Rosy Thomas who is a food blogger.

With this course, Kerala cuisine is at your fingertips even for beginners. You can make them with the perfect authentic taste anytime, anywhere and forever. This course consists step by step (short and crisp) videos and recipes of Kerala's most popular 50 + dishes. It includes the famous Kerala breakfast like different types of dosas, different types of puttu, idli, roti etc, fish dishes, meat dishes, sadya and many other vegetarian curries, payasams, pickles and snacks. Also, the recipes of each in pdf format are included.

Some cooking videos I have added as free in this course though they are a bit time consuming but inevitable.

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Syllabus

Introduction

Mutton Ulathiyathu

Fish

Fish Fry

Fish Pollichachtu

Fish Vazhayilayil Pollichathu

Fish Molly

Fish with Grated Coconut (Meen Peera Pattichathu)

Fish with Raw Mango (Karimeen Manga Curry)

Spicy Fish Curry (Mulakaracha Meen)

Prawns Pattichu Ulathiyathu

Meat

Mutton stew

Duck Roast

Tharavu Malliarachathu (Duck in Coriander Gravy)

Chicken Fry

Chicken Roast

Break Fast

Dosa and Idli batter

Butter Roast Dosa

Katti Dosa (Sponge Dosa)

Masala Dosa

Meat Dosa

Idli

Green Coconut Chutney For Dosa & Idli

Red Coconut Chutney For Dosa & Idli

Puttu

Chiratta Puttu

Jackfruit Puttu (Chakka puttu)

Meat Puttu

Easy Palappam

Idiyappam

Uppumav

Orotti (Rice Coconut Roti)

Vegetable Curry

Mango Pachadi

Mango Chutney

Sambaram (Spiced Butter Milk)

Koorka Pattichu Ulathiyathu (Chinese Potato Stir Fry)

Drumstick & Jackfruit Seed Thoran

Kachimoru (Spiced Yogurt Curry)

Avial

Kerala Sambar

Tender Cashew Nut Curry

Vepilakatti (Chammanthi podi)

Potato Masala For Masala Dosa & Puri

Vegetable Stew

Kadala Curry

Cheera Thoran (Spinach Stir Fry with Coconut)

Pappaya Thoran (Papaya Stir Fry with Coconut)

Parippu Curry

Jackfruit Seed & Raw Mango Curry (Chakkakuru Manga Curry)

Ginger Curry (Free)

Pickles

Mango Pickle

Lemon Pickle

Gooseberry Pickle

Payasam

Cherupayar Payasam

Semiya Payasam

Paal Payasam

Snacks

Ethakka Appam(Banana Fritters)

Ghee Roasted Banana

Ghee Roasted Banana balls

Aval Vilayichathu (Jaggery Candied Rice Flakes)

Aval Nanachathu (Sweetened Rice Flakes)

Kozhukatta (Rice Dumpling with Candied Jackfruit/Coconut)

Chakka Vilayichathu (Jaggery Candied Jackfruit)

Chakka Ada (Ela Ada)

Vattayappam

Kerala Mixture (Free)

White Halwa (Free)

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Suitable for beginners to Indian cooking, especially Kerala cuisine, with many authentic recipes to explore and learn from

Provides step-by-step video instructions and PDF recipes for each dish, making it easy to follow and recreate the recipes at home

Guided by the expertise of a culinary educator and traditional home cooks to ensure the authenticity of the recipes

Covers various types of Kerala dishes, including breakfast items, curries, side dishes, snacks, and desserts, providing a comprehensive overview of the cuisine

Recipes include both popular and traditional dishes, catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences

While some cooking videos are included as free additions, they may not be as comprehensive or detailed as the paid content

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Authentic Kerala Cooking - The South Indian Cuisine with these activities:

Gather Resources on Kerala Cuisine

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Facilitates knowledge retention and ongoing learning by compiling relevant resources on Kerala cuisine.

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Create a digital or physical folder to store resources related to Kerala cuisine.
Include cookbooks, articles, websites, and videos that cover a range of topics, such as history, ingredients, and recipes.
Organize the resources by category or topic for easy reference.

Read 'Chemistry of Foods' by M. A. Rao

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Prepare for this course by getting a solid foundational understanding of the chemistry of foods. This will help you succeed later in the course when you need to understand more complex topics.

View Engineering Properties of Foods, Fourth Edition on Amazon

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Read the first 5 chapters
Take notes on the key concepts

Watch Online Video Tutorials on Kerala Cooking

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Provides visual demonstrations and expert guidance for mastering specific Kerala cooking skills.

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Search for online video tutorials that focus on specific Kerala cooking techniques or recipes.
Watch the tutorials carefully, taking notes on the steps, ingredients, and techniques used.
Practice the techniques or recipes shown in the tutorials to reinforce your understanding.

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Follow online tutorials on Kerala cooking

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Expand your knowledge of Kerala cuisine by following online tutorials.

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Find online tutorials on Kerala cooking
Follow the tutorials and practice the techniques

Read Kerala Culinary Heritage By K.T. Achaya

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Builds a strong foundation for understanding the history and evolution of Kerala cuisine and its cultural significance.

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Read the book in its entirety, taking notes on key concepts and the evolution of Kerala cuisine.
Create a mind map of the key ingredients and cooking techniques used in Kerala cuisine.

Create a menu for a Kerala-themed restaurant

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Apply your knowledge of Kerala cuisine by creating a menu for a restaurant that specializes in it.

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Research Kerala cuisine
Choose the dishes for your menu
Design the menu

Practice Kerala Cooking Techniques

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Reinforces and develops proficiency in essential Kerala cooking techniques through repetitive practice.

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Identify the different Kerala cooking techniques you want to practice, such as tempering, sautéing, or grinding.
Find recipes that focus on specific techniques and practice them regularly.
Experiment with different ingredients and variations to develop familiarity and a deeper understanding of each technique.

Start a blog about Kerala cuisine

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Practice your ability to explain Kerala cuisine to others by writing blog posts about the topic.

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Choose a blogging platform
Create a posting schedule
Write your first blog post

Create a collection of recipes for Kerala dishes

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Organize and expand your knowledge of Kerala cuisine by creating a collection of recipes.

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Find recipes for different Kerala dishes
Organize the recipes into a collection

Plan and Prepare a Kerala Meal

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Provides hands-on experience in planning, preparing, and presenting a traditional Kerala meal, reinforcing cooking techniques and flavors.

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Research and select a menu of dishes that represent the diversity of Kerala cuisine.
Purchase and prepare all necessary ingredients, ensuring to source authentic Kerala spices and produce.
Cook the dishes following traditional Kerala cooking techniques and recipes, taking note of any variations or adaptations.
Present the meal in a traditional Kerala setting, complete with appropriate table setting and serving dishes.

Practice making different types of Kerala dishes

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Reinforce your understanding of Kerala cuisine by practicing making different dishes.

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Find recipes for different Kerala dishes
Gather the necessary ingredients
Cook the dishes

Contribute to Open Source Kerala Cuisine Cookbook

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Engages in the sharing and preservation of Kerala cuisine knowledge by contributing to an open-source cookbook.

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Identify an open-source Kerala cuisine cookbook or platform.
Review the existing recipes and identify gaps or areas where you can add value.
Develop and submit new recipes, revisions, or updates to the cookbook, following their guidelines.

Create a video tutorial on how to make a traditional Kerala dish

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Demonstrate your ability to apply course concepts by creating a video that shows others how to cook a Kerala dish.

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Choose a dish to make
Write a script for your video
Film and edit your video

Create a Blog Post on Kerala Cooking Techniques

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Develops a deeper understanding of Kerala cooking techniques by explaining and illustrating them in a blog post.

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Research and identify specific Kerala cooking techniques, such as tempering spices, grinding masalas, and layering flavors.
Create a blog post that clearly explains each technique, providing examples and step-by-step instructions.
Illustrate the techniques with your own photographs or videos, or gather relevant visuals from reputable sources.

Develop a Recipe Book of Authentic Kerala Dishes

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Builds a comprehensive and practical resource that reinforces cooking skills, preserves traditional recipes, and shares Kerala cuisine with a wider audience.

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Gather authentic Kerala recipes from traditional cookbooks, family members, or online sources.
Test and modify the recipes to ensure they are clear, accurate, and accessible.
Create a recipe book that includes step-by-step instructions, photographs, and cultural context.
Share the recipe book with family, friends, or a wider audience through online platforms or local community groups.

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