We have simplified the recipes into:
- Kerala Recipes
- South Indian Recipes
- North Indian Recipes
Let's start with some of Kerala's most loved rice recipes.
Kerala Recipes
1. Kerala Matta Rice with Fish Curry
Best Rice: Mother's Kerala Matta Vadi Rice
Ingredients
- Cooked Matta Rice
- Fish curry
- Pickle
- Papadam
Method
- Cook Matta Rice in a pressure cooker for 4 whistles.
- Serve hot with Kerala fish curry, pickle, and crispy papad.
- A complete meal in minutes.
Kerala Matta Vadi Rice (Long Grain)
Premium quality traditional Kerala Matta rice with long grains, known for its rich aroma, earthy flavour, and wholesome texture. Ideal for everyday meals.
2. Kerala Chicken Curry with Matta Rice
Best Rice: Kerala Matta Vadi Rice
Ingredients
- Cooked Matta Rice
- Chicken curry
- Onion salad
Method
- Prepare the rice in advance and pair it with homemade or leftover chicken curry.
- This is one of the easiest and most satisfying bachelor meals.
3. Ney Choru (Kerala Ghee Rice)
Best Rice: Jeerakasala Rice
Ingredients
- Jeerakasala Rice
- Ghee
- Onion
- Cashews
- Raisins
- Whole spices
Method
- Cook the rice separately.
- Fry onions, cashews, raisins, and whole spices in ghee.
- Mix with the cooked rice and serve with chicken curry or vegetable kurma.
Try Mother's Jeerakasala Rice
Jeerakasala Rice
Premium quality Jeerakasala Rice with its distinctive aroma, fine grains, and authentic flavour. A preferred choice for preparing delicious Kerala biryani and festive rice dishes.
Available Sizes: 1 kg & 5 kg
Shop NowSouth Indian Recipes
4. Lemon Rice
Best Rice: Mother's Kaima Rice
Ingredients
- Cooked Kaima Rice
- Lemon juice
- Mustard
- Curry leaves
- Green chilli
- Peanuts
Method
- Prepare the tempering and mix it with cooked rice.
- Finish with fresh lemon juice.
- Ready in about 10 minutes
5. Tomato Rice
Best Rice: Mother's Kaima Rice
Ingredients
- Cooked Kaima Rice
- Tomatoes
- Onion
- Ginger-garlic paste
- Basic spices
Method
- Cook the masala until the tomatoes soften.
- Add the cooked rice and mix gently.
- Serve with raita or boiled eggs.
6. Curd Rice
Best Rice: Mother's Kaima Rice
Ingredients
- Cooked rice
- Thick curd
- Mustard
- Curry leaves
- Ginger
- Coriander
Method
- Cool the rice completely before mixing with curd.
- Add the tempered spices and garnish with coriander for a refreshing meal.
North Indian Recipes
7. Jeera Rice
Best Rice: Mother's Jeerakasala Rice
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mother's Kaima Rice
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt
- Fresh coriander
Method
- Cook the rice until fluffy.
- Heat ghee, add cumin and bay leaf, then toss in the cooked rice with salt.
- Garnish with coriander and serve with dal, paneer, or chicken curry.
8. Vegetable Pulao
Best Rice: Mother's Kaima Rice
Ingredients
- 1 cup Jeerakasala Rice
- Mixed vegetables
- Onion
- Ginger-garlic paste
- Whole spices
- Ghee
Method
- Sauté onions and spices in ghee.
- Add vegetables and rice, then cook until the rice is done.
- Serve with raita or pickle for a complete one-pot meal.
9. Rajma Chawal
Best Rice: Mother's Kaima Rice
Ingredients
- Cooked Jeerakasala Rice
- Rajma curry
- Onion salad
Method
- Pressure cook Matta Rice for 4 whistles and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with rajma curry for a wholesome and filling meal.
Kerala Comfort Recipe
10. Kerala Kanji
Best Rice: Matta Unda Rice
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mother's Matta Unda Rice
- 5–6 cups water
- Salt
Serve With
- Chammanthi
- Green gram (Payar)
- Pappadam
- Mango pickle
Method
- Wash the rice and pressure cook with water until soft.
- Add salt and serve warm with traditional Kerala side dishes.
- It's simple, comforting, and budget-friendly.
Try Mother's Matta Unda Rice
Kerala Matta Unda Rice
Traditional Kerala Matta rice with short, rounded grains and a wholesome texture. A great choice for Kerala meals, kanji, curries, and everyday home cooking.
Size: 10 kg
Shop NowWhich Rice Should You Choose?
| If You Want | Recommended Rice |
|---|---|
| Everyday meals | Matta Vadi Rice |
| Fish or chicken curry | Matta Vadi Rice |
| Kerala ghee rice | Mother's Jeerakasala Rice (Kaima) |
| Biryani | Mother's Jeerakasala Rice (Kaima) |
| Lemon rice | Mother's Kaima Rice (Jeerakasala) |
| Tomato rice | Mother's Kaima Rice (Jeerakasala) |
| Curd rice | Mother's Kaima Rice (Jeerakasala) |
| Kanji | Mother's Matta Unda Rice |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which rice is best for vegetarian meals?
Kaima Rice is ideal for lemon rice, tomato rice, and curd rice, while Matta Vadi Rice pairs well with sambar, rasam, and dal.
Which rice is best for non-vegetarian meals?
Kerala Matta Vadi Rice goes perfectly with fish curry, chicken curry, beef curry, and mutton curry. Jeerakasala Rice is a great choice for biryani.
Which rice is best for biryani?
Mother's Jeerakasala Rice is widely preferred for Malabar-style biryani because of its aroma and texture.
Which rice is best for Kerala meals?
Kerala Matta Vadi Rice is traditionally served with fish curry, sambar, moru curry, chicken curry, and thoran.
Which rice should I keep at home?
If you cook daily, keep Mother's Kerala Matta Vadi Rice for regular meals. Add Jeerakasala Rice for biryani and special occasions, Kaima Rice for flavoured rice dishes, and Matta Unda Rice for traditional Kerala kanji.
Written by Ajin Mahaan Parameswaran, Reviewed by Abhijith Joseph
Wriitten by Ajin Mahaan Parameswaran, Reviewed by Abhijith Joseph
