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Sadya to Malabar Biryani: 12 iconic dishes of Kerala/Keralam every foodie should try

General • February 24, 2026

Sadya to Malabar Biryani: 12 iconic dishes of Kerala/Keralam every foodie should try is drawing significant interest across the industry.

The state of Kerala, often called God’s Own Country, is known for its lush greenery, culture, traditions and tourism. Today, the state is in the news after the Union Cabinet on Tuesday (February 24, 2026) approved renaming the State of “Kerala” to “Keralam”. On June 24, 2024, the Kerala Assembly unanimously passed a resolution urging the Union government to rename the State as “Keralam”. In November 2025, the state made it to the "25 Best Experiences In 2026" list released by Lonely Planet, the reputed global travel guide, which reflected the state's rich culinary culture. The state is known for its spices including pepper, cardamom, turmeric and aromatic dishes. From the rich Mappila cooking of the northern Malabar region to the south coast's coconut-laden stews mopped up with fluffy appam (rice pancake), the state offers dishes for every palate. Take a look at twelve iconic dishes of Kerala, that every foodie should try.

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