Kochins Kitchen: Where Tradition Meets Culinary Excellence

Food lovers, enthusiasts, vloggers and anyone who loves exploring new cuisines, look no further than Kochins Kitchen. Located in the heart of Abu Dhabi city at Hamdan Street, Kochins Kitchens specialises in offering delectable dishes from Kerala that suit the modern palate and yet, retain their authentic taste. Be it the rich Kizhi Parotta layered with beef and a succulent spice mixture or the flavour-packed Thattu Dosa and Chicken Fry combo gifting you a glimpse into the bustling street food culture, we have a wide spread awaiting you.

A prominent name amidst the Kerala restaurants in Abu Dhabi, we add our own spin to traditional recipes, whilst paying tribute to the state’s vibrant culinary history. Whether you are from Kerala and searching for a Malayali restaurant in Abu Dhabi or someone who is eager to try new food combinations and flavour profiles, head to Kochins Kitchen today. Keep reading to gift your tastebuds a virtual treat.

What Constitutes Kerala Cuisine

Wherever you may reside, Kerala food has found its way to almost every nook and corner of the world. Living up to its sobriquet of God’s Own Country, the state is blessed with abundant produce, transforming into a haven for tasty and nutritious food, catering to a plethora of food choices.

Coconut oil and curry leaves: it is these two ingredients that instantly come to mind when someone talks of Kerala cuisine. Together, they form the base for some lip-smacking preparations, be it Meen Moilee, a mild and creamy fish curry laced with coconut milk or the Beef Varattiyathu, a Malabar delicacy that packs the punch with its use of aromatics and tender beef.

Coconut oil and curry leaves: it is these two ingredients that instantly come to mind when someone talks of Kerala cuisine. Together, they form the base for some lip-smacking preparations, be it Meen Moilee, a mild and creamy fish curry laced with coconut milk or the Beef Varattiyathu, a Malabar delicacy that packs the punch with its use of aromatics and tender beef.

What Sets Apart Kochins Kitchen

As a Malayali restaurant in Abu Dhabi, we are proud of our roots and the heritage that comes along with it. It brings us the utmost joy to feed with love a vast crowd, whether you are a national or an expatriate. With flavoursome ingredients. produce sourced locally whenever possible and the finest catch and tenderest cuts of meat, our delicacies are fit to be called divine.

Here’s taking a deep dive into the specialties that make us who we are:

Kizhi Parotta
The marriage of soft and flaky parottas with juicy beef is the hallmark of this dish. Binding these layers together is a perfectly spiced gravy leaves you craving for more. With perfect layers enhancing the taste on each bite, this delicious combination is sure to hit all the right notes. Garnished with a simple mixture of seasoned tomato slices, the acidity cuts through the richness and spice that is the star of the dish, cleansing your palate to continue the feast.

Chattichor
Providing the perfect glimpse of nostalgic lunches in Kerala, the chattichor is a hearty and wholesome meal in itself. Served in a chatti (clay pot), it comprises rice, fish and meat accompaniments in fried or curried bases, vegetable thorans (dishes), an omelette, pickles, pappadams and chutneys. Share it with loved ones or simply enjoy it on your own. Get transported back to the sepia-tinted days of yore.

Kappa Biriyani
Paying homage to the Kottayam district, Kappa Biriyani holds a place of pride on our menu. A mouth-watering symphony of slow-cooked kappa(tapioca) pieces with tenderised beef or mutton, weddings and special occasions will be incomplete without it. Combined with a refreshing raita or kachumber, we intend to treat you to heavenly taste.

Kunji Kozhi
Taking a leaf out of Malabari cuisine, Kunji Kozhi is for the quail lovers. Marinated with a sensational combination of aromatics and fried to perfection, prepare yourself for an explosion of flavours!

Beyond the feasting and dining at our restaurant, we also offer catering services to make your special days all the more memorable! Why wait? Visit us today at Hamdan Street and get transported to a world of culinary excellence.