A Taste of Munnar: The Best Local Dishes You Have to Try

Kerala Sadya

Traditional Kerala feast with rice, curries, pickles, and dessert, typically served during festivals or special occasions.

Appam with Stew

Made from fermented rice flour, and the creamy, flavorful stew made with coconut milk, commonly paired with it in Munnar.

Karimeen Pollichathu

Karimeen is a prized local fish in Kerala, and the unique cooking method involves marinating the fish with spices and then grilling it in banana leaves

Kappa and Meen Curry

Traditional Kerala dish made from boiled tapioca, served with spicy fish curry, often made with fresh catch from Munnar’s nearby lakes.

Puttu and Kadala Curry

Puttu is a popular breakfast dish in Munnar, often paired with Kadala Curry, a spiced black chickpea curry.

Banana Fritters (Pazham Pori)

Pazham Pori is a popular snack in Munnar, made by deep-frying ripe bananas coated in a light batter.

Munnar Tea

Savor the essence of Munnar with a steaming cup of its famous tea, freshly brewed from the lush plantations. This isn't just a drink, but a cultural experience that encapsulates the beauty of the region.