Traditional Kerala Recipes Using Dehydrated Grated Coconut

Kerala, known as the land of spices and coconuts, has a rich culinary heritage deeply rooted in traditional flavors. Coconut, in various forms, is an essential ingredient in Kerala cuisine, and dehydrated grated coconut has become a convenient alternative to fresh coconut without compromising taste or nutrition. In this blog, we explore authentic Kerala dishes where dehydrated grated coconut plays a crucial role, brought to you by Coconent, your trusted source for premium coconut products.

Why Choose Dehydrated Grated Coconut?

Dehydrated grated coconut offers the same rich taste and nutritional benefits as fresh coconut while being easier to store and use. With Coconent’s high-quality dehydrated coconut, you can enjoy traditional Kerala flavors anytime without the hassle of grating fresh coconut.

1. Kerala-Style Thoran (Stir-Fried Vegetables with Coconut)

Thoran is a staple dish in every Kerala household. This dry stir-fry is made using vegetables like cabbage, beans, or carrots, flavored with mustard seeds, curry leaves, green chilies, and the essential ingredient – dehydrated grated coconut.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed vegetables (cabbage, beans, or carrot, finely chopped)
• ½ cup Coconent’s dehydrated grated coconut
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 2 green chilies (chopped)
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat coconut oil in a pan and add mustard seeds.
2. Once they splutter, add green chilies and curry leaves.
3. Add the chopped vegetables and sauté for a few minutes.
4. Sprinkle some water and cover, allowing them to cook until tender.
5. Mix in Coconent’s dehydrated grated coconut and stir well.
6. Cook for a minute and turn off the heat.
7. Serve hot with rice and curry.

2. Kerala-Style Coconut Chutney

Coconut chutney is a must-have accompaniment for dosa, idli, and vada. Using dehydrated grated coconut simplifies the preparation without compromising the authentic taste.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup Coconent’s dehydrated grated coconut
• 2 green chilies
• 1 small piece of ginger
• ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• 1 tablespoon yogurt (optional)
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Blend dehydrated grated coconut, green chilies, ginger, and salt with a little water into a smooth paste.
2. Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and curry leaves for tempering.
3. Pour the tempering over the chutney and mix well.
4. Serve with dosa, idli, or vada.

3. Kerala Avial (Mixed Vegetable Stew with Coconut)

Avial is a thick vegetable stew prepared with a mix of vegetables, yogurt, and coconut. It’s an essential part of a traditional Kerala Sadya (feast).

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, yam, drumstick, raw banana)
• ½ cup Coconent’s dehydrated grated coconut
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 green chilies
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the mixed vegetables in a little water with salt until tender.
2. Blend dehydrated grated coconut, cumin seeds, and green chilies into a coarse paste.
3. Add the coconut paste to the cooked vegetables and mix well.
4. Stir in yogurt and cook on low heat for a minute.
5. Drizzle coconut oil and add curry leaves before turning off the heat.
6. Serve hot with steamed rice.

4. Kerala Kozhukatta (Sweet Coconut Rice Dumplings)

Kozhukatta is a delicious snack made with rice flour and a sweet coconut filling, usually prepared for special occasions.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice flour
• ½ cup Coconent’s dehydrated grated coconut
• ½ cup jaggery (grated)
• ½ teaspoon cardamom powder
• 1 cup water
• A pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Boil water with a pinch of salt and add rice flour to make a smooth dough.
2. In another pan, melt jaggery and mix it with dehydrated grated coconut and cardamom powder.
3. Make small balls from the dough and flatten them.
4. Place a spoonful of coconut-jaggery mixture in the center and seal the edges.
5. Steam the dumplings for about 10 minutes.
6. Serve warm as a snack or dessert.

Conclusion

Using Coconent’s premium-quality dehydrated grated coconut in traditional Kerala recipes brings convenience without losing authentic flavors. Whether you are preparing a simple Thoran or a festive Kozhukatta, Coconent ensures that every dish retains the essence of Kerala’s culinary heritage.

Try these recipes at home and experience the richness of Kerala cuisine with Coconent! For the best quality dehydrated grated coconut, visit our website and explore our range of coconut products.