Ulli Kachiyathu Palakkadan Style

Ulli Kachiyathu: A Palakkadan Delight

Introduction

Ulli Kachiyathu Palakkadan Style, a quintessential dish from Kerala, captures the essence of traditional Kerala cuisine. This uniqueness centers around shallots (locally known as “ulli”), simmered in a flavorful mix of spices and diluted curd. The dish’s simplicity is its strength, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of Palakkad, a region known for its vegetarian delicacies and subtle flavors.

The Palakkadan Style of Cooking

Palakkadan Style of cooking is renowned for its unique and distinct style. The dish exemplifies this approach, where the shallots are the star of the dish. Unlike other Kerala dishes that might be heavily spiced, Palakkadan dishes like Ulli Kachiyathu are balanced, offering a perfect harmony of flavors.

Cultural Significance of Ulli Kachiyathu Palakkadan Style

The dish holds a special place in Palakkadan households, often prepared during festivals, special occasions, or as a comforting meal on a rainy day. Palakkad Iyers are a community of Tamil speaking Brahmins, living in Kerala. Here, vegetarianism is prevalent, where most basic ingredients are transformed into something extraordinary.

Pairing The Dish With Traditional Kerala Meals

This dish pairs exceptionally well with steamed rice or Kerala’s traditional red rice, making it a staple in many households. The creamy texture and mild spice level of the dish complement the rice perfectly, creating a comforting and wholesome meal. Enjoy the dish with rice, dosas or appams, adding versatility to its appeal.

Health Benefits

Beyond its delectable taste, the dish is also nutritious. Shallots are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, while coconut milk offers healthy fats. This combination makes Ulli Kachiyathu not just a delicious dish but also a healthy addition to your diet. Try the dish.

Ulli Kachiyathu Palakkadan Style

Ulli Kachiyathu, a quintessential dish from Palakkad, Kerala, captures the essence of traditional Kerala cuisine.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Kerala

Servings 3 People

Ingredients

  

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• 1/2 Cup Chopped Shallots
• 2 Cups Curd (Dilute the Curd adding some water)
• 3 - 4 Nos. Green chilli
• 1/2 Tsp Turmeric powder
• 1/2 Tsp Mustard seeds
• 4 - 5 Leaves Curry leaves
• 4 Pcs. Red chilli
• 1/4 Tsp Cumin seeds Jeerakam
• 1/4 Tsp Fenugreek seeds Uluva
• Salt As reqd
• 3 - 4 Slices Garlic
• 2 Tsp Coconut Oil/Refined Oil
• 1/4 Tsp Asafoetida powder Kayam
• 1 Tsp Red chilli powder

Instructions

 

• Take 2 tsp curd and some shallots and green chilli (after keeping 3 - 4 nos. of shallots and 2 green chillies aside) and grind them well in a grinder mixer.
  
• Then add this paste into the diluted curd (Butter milk) along with required quantity of salt and stir it well and keep it aside.
  
• Heat oil in a cheenachatti and burst mustard seeds in this hot oil. Then add red chilli pieces and curry leaves into this hot oil and stir it well.
  
• When colour of these ingredients turn into golden/brown, add the diluted curd (Butter milk), stir it further and heat it for about 2 - 3 minutes. Put off the stove before boiling starts and keep the mix separately.
  
• Heat some oil again and add chopped shallots, garlic, cumin seeds and fenugreek seeds into this hot oil and stir it well.
  
• When colour of the shallots, garlic, cumin seeds and fenugreek seeds turn into golden, add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, asafoetida powder and salt (if necessary) and stir it well.
  
• After about 1 - 2 minutes, put off the stove and add this fried mix into the already heated and kept diluted curd (butter milk).
  
• Ulli Kachiyathu (Palakkadan Style) is ready. This can be served with Dosa/Idly/Boiled Rice etc.
  

Notes

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