Ramadan 2024: 5 Malabar Moplah Cuisine Dishes To Try

With the beautiful crescent moon in the sky starts the holy beginning of Ramadan. This month, Muslims from all around the world fast together for the whole day and then break the fast at Iftar with some mouth-watering dishes.

Their table is set with traditional food that brings the families together.

One of the most delicious cuisines is the Malabar Moplah cuisine, which is made by the families in the Malabar region of Kerela. To date, the households of north Kerela make culinary delights that hold a rich heritage, and of course, they taste great. If you’re looking to try some sumptuous dishes this month, here are some of the best Malabar Moplah cuisine dishes that you shouldn’t miss.

Biryani is the essence of Ramadan. But Moplah biryani takes the traditional dish to another level. Unlike the spicy Hydrabad version of biryani, the Moplah community use short-grained rice. The layer of boiled rice is then layered with marinated meat, onions, dry fruits, and nuts. A special Moplah spice mix, which is a mixture of cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, and bay leaves, is used to make this aromatic slow-cooked dish that usually takes centre place on the Iftar table.

Pathiri, the staple bread of Kerela, is a special Malabar Moplah dish. Just like normal roti, you need to knead the dough, but instead of wheat flour, it is made with rice flour, water, and a little salt. You can then take small balls out of the dough, roll them into circles, and cook them on a tawa with a little oil or ghee. Add some grated coconut to give the pathiri a sweet hint, or add some filling to make the meal more sumptuous.