Kochi, the Queen of the Arabian Sea has a lot more about than its scenic beauty, historic touch and the streets. The city is known for its spice trade since 3000BC. It is also popular for its special flavoured dishes. We can see special native dishes all over Kerala. You may have read our recent blog about must-try dishes on your Kerala trip. Kerala has a special dish range like Kappa, Puttu, Poratta etc. Even each region has its own special dishes like famous Thalassery Biriyani, Kozhikodan Halwa, Karimeen Polichathu etc. Kochi, the economical capital of Kerala also has a special range of popular dishes. If you are planning for a special trip to Kochi here we are listing the top native dishes of Kochi. 

Pazhampori and Beef Roast

One of the famous native food of Kochi, known for its unique combination. Pazhampori or  Banana fritters is a delicious evening snack available in Kerala. This unique combination with a beef roast with layered onions make a delicious snack combo. This hot combo is a must-try dish on your visit. 

Porotta and beef Curry

Another famous dish of Kochi which is a key attraction for the local people. Porotta and beef curry is one of the favourite dishes of Kerala. Porotta with chicken curry is also delicious combination.  There many restaurants which serve this delicious dish. You can also try Porotta with any other vegetable dish if you are a vegetarian. 

Kappa and Meen Curry

Kappa is the traditional food of Kerala.  We can find different varieties of Kappa dishes in Kochi. This Yummy delicious Kappa with Meen Curry is the favourite dish of Keralites and tourists. So don’t forget to try this dish on your trip to Kochi.

Biriyani

Biriyani is one of the favourite Indian foods. In South India, we can find Hyderabad, Malabar, Ambur, Dindigal etc.types of biriyani.  Kochi is famous for special Manjali and Pandaris biriyani. Don’t miss the special flavour of this biriyani.

Karimeen Pollichathu

The traditional dish of Kerala made of Pearl Spot fish. This dish is prepared using Karimeen a fish found in backwaters. The marinated fish with varieties of spices is wrapped and baked in plantain leaves. This wrapped dish will get all the flavours of the leaves which makes it extra delicious. 

So if you are visiting Kochi don’t forget to try these dishes. Book your budget hotels in Kochi for your visit to Kerala.