Kerala Christmas Cake
A Malayali Christmas is never complete without the Christmas Fruit Cake. This is my version of it. The soaking of the fruit in rum or brandy adds to the taste. I’ve used dark rum but you can substitute with brandy. You need to soak the fruit at least overnight,...
Mango Panna Cotta
This recipe was a hit! I used Kesar mango puree that you get in the Indian grocery store, but you can use any other brand or substitute with fresh mango puree too. You can use regular milk to cut down on the fat. Top with whipped cream and/or pieces...
Date and Carrot Cake
This is one of my favorite cakes to bake during Christmas. I like to use a Bundt pan for this cake. You can sprinkle a little powdered sugar over it to give a festive appearance without too much effort. Also I usually use Medjool dates, but other kinds should...
Achappam
Achappam is a delicious deep fried savory dish. Prepared in Kerala during festivals like Onam or Christmas. This requires a ‘die’ or ‘achhu’ that is used for deep frying. This technique of deep frying cooks alls sides of the achappam simultaneously. If you are looking for the ‘achu’ or...