--- title: "Traditional Kerala Snacks and Sweets in Mumbai | Anil Chandran" description: "Enjoy authentic homemade Kerala snacks like Unniyappam, Ada, and Mini Vadas in Mumbai. Prepared with traditional recipes by Anil Chandran. Experience the comfort of traditional Keralite flavors." canonical: https://mytribe.in/yogabyanil/authentic-kerala-dining-experiences/kerala-snacks-sweets last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Traditional Kerala Snacks and Sweets Tribe Verified · Authentic Kerala snacks made from home recipes. By [Anil Chandran](https://mytribe.in/yogabyanil) · At provider's home in Mumbai · ₹550 per person (estimate) Part of [Authentic Kerala Dining Experiences](https://mytribe.in/yogabyanil/authentic-kerala-dining-experiences). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/yogabyanil/authentic-kerala-dining-experiences/gallery) I grew up with these flavors in Kerala. Now, I prepare these traditional sweets and savory snacks right here in Mumbai, just the way my mother taught me. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This is the making of Unniyappam, a sweet rice cake that is a festival favorite from my childhood. I make the batter with rice, jaggery, and banana, and fry it in coconut oil for that authentic taste.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3045e1f0-cdc4-4be9-9b09-58d85cc6a0fe) - ![A close look at homemade Ada, a traditional Kerala sweet. It is a rice parcel steamed in a banana leaf, with a sweet filling of coconut and jaggery inside.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b0da67ee-2f7b-4f6a-befb-d9e522b1fa9b) - ![A simple plate of Ada. For me, food is meditation, and preparing these simple, traditional sweets connects me to my roots and childhood memories.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7151196-5c90-4424-84c0-47f62dc700db) - ![A plate of hot, crispy Mini Vadas, a perfect savory snack, especially during the monsoon. I serve them with fried green chilies, just the way they are enjoyed back home.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/30df41fa-94e3-4306-8432-b72bd120dd3f) - ![A top view of the Mini Vadas. These small, round fritters are made from a lentil batter and are a popular South Indian tea time snack.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8cd4ee2c-43bc-4c20-8770-96bbecef6dae) ## About Kerala Snacks & Sweets I make my Unniyappam batter from scratch using fresh jaggery and bananas, and I fry everything in coconut oil. It is a slow process, but that is the only way to get the true, deep flavor I remember from my childhood festivals. For me, cooking is an extension of my yoga practice. It requires patience, presence, and simple ingredients. When I make these snacks, I am not just filling a plate, I am sharing a piece of my heritage from Kerala. ### My Approach to Snacks I do not believe in shortcuts or mass production. Every batch of **Unniyappam**—the sweet rice cake I enjoyed during festivals as a child—is made with a batter of rice, jaggery, and banana, fried to perfection in coconut oil. Similarly, my **Ada** is a traditional rice parcel steamed in banana leaf, holding a warm filling of coconut and jaggery. For savory cravings, especially during the Mumbai monsoon, I prepare crispy **Mini Vadas**. These are simple lentil fritters served with fried green chilies, keeping the tradition exactly as it is back home. ### Why Order These? * **Traditional Recipes:** No artificial flavors or preservatives. * **Home-Cooked:** Prepared in my own kitchen in Seawoods, Navi Mumbai. * **Mindful Preparation:** Each snack is made with the same attention I bring to my yoga classes. Whether you are hosting a small gathering or just miss the taste of home, these snacks bring the comfort of a Kerala kitchen to your table. If you have specific dietary preferences or need a larger quantity for an event, reach out to me directly. ## About Anil Chandran I am Anil Chandran. You will find me on the yoga mat or in the kitchen, both places I call home. I believe food is a form of meditation, and when I prepare these traditional Kerala snacks, I am really sharing a part of my own story with you. 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