Kuttanaad (?????????), in Alappuzha District, is famous for its paddy fields below sea level. It is rightly called 'The rice bowl of Kerala' due to its contribution to the agricultural front. It is home to famous personalities like Pallithanam Luca Matthai, pioneer of ???? (backwater) cultivation, renowned writer ???? (thakazhi) and St Fr Chavara ?????. However, people (girls) in Kerala remember kuttanaad for its charming and handsome Cine actor, the one and only chackochan (Kunchacko Boban). My mum claims she has taught Kunchacko's mum in her early years as a teacher. That is one piece of information I sooo cherish !!!
I would like to share this traditional recipe and hope you'all will make it this christmas.
A few things before we start:
- For a healthier version saute chicken pieces to seal in 2tbsp of oil instead of deep frying.
- Coconut oil gives this dish its authentic flavour together with fresh curry leaves.
- If you can't find pearl onions, substitute with shallots (curry onions, ????).
Ingredients:
1- Chicken -500 g
2- Curry onions - 2 , sliced
Tomato-1 medium, chopped
3- Pearl onions / ??????????? -5
Ginger - 1/2 tbsp