Every time, Calicut city has a delicious story to tell to those who love to dive into the world of new food cultures. From sunrise to the next day’s sunrise, the city holds something special to make visitors happy and relaxed. And the best time to explore this city in this summer and every time is evening to night. This time brings the joy of spending quality moments with friends and family, and the tasty trail of food will follow you throughout. There are a lot of option to explore Kozhikode’s evening food culture;
1. Kilikood (Bird’s Nest)
Kilikood is a visually appealing and delicious snack made using vermicelli, chicken, egg, and spices. The outer layer of crispy roasted vermicelli gives it a nest-like appearance hence the name “Kilikood,” which means “bird’s nest” in Malayalam. Inside, you’ll find a flavorful filling of shredded chicken mixed with onions, pepper, and herbs. It’s a must-try for those who love unique and well-crafted Kozhikode’s evening or night snacks.
2. Pathiri Nirachath
This traditional Malabar dish takes soft rice pancakes (pathiri) and fills them with a spicy meat or chicken masala. The filled pathiri is then sealed and pan-fried to perfection. Pathiri Nirachath offers a delightful blend of soft texture on the outside and rich, aromatic filling on the inside perfect for festive evenings or a late night fulfilling snack.
3. Bread Pocket
Bread Pocket is a simple yet tasty treat. Slices of bread are flattened, filled with a spiced chicken or vegetable mixture, folded into a pocket shape, and deep-fried until crisp. They are often served with ketchup or chutney and make for a quick and satisfying snack with tea in the evenings or nights.
4. Falafel
Falafel has become a favorite in Kozhikode’s food scene. These deep-fried balls made of ground chickpeas or fava beans are seasoned with herbs and spices, creating a crunchy and flavorful evening snack. Often served with hummus or tucked into pita bread with salad and garlic sauce, falafel offers a healthy, protein-rich option among the fried favorites.
5. Chatti Pathiri
A signature Malabar delicacy, Chatti Pathiri is a layered (or sweet) dish. Thin pastry sheets are layered with spiced meat or chicken, eggs, and onions, then pan-cooked or baked. The result is a rich, soft, and flavorful snack that’s perfect for a evening snack or a night food cravings.
6. Chicken Potti Therichath
Chicken Potti Therichath is a spicy and flavorful Malabar-style dish where a thick chicken filling is prepared by slow-cooking shredded chicken with onions, curry leaves, green chilies, and a rich blend of spices. It’s often used as a filling for snacks like cutlets, pockets, and stuffed breads, but is just as delicious when served on its own with a hot cup of tea in the evening.
Kozhikode’s nightlife is popular among both locals and visitors. To make the most of it, be sure to enjoy these foods for a truly satisfying experience. The evenings of Kozhikode is usually design with a lot of different flavored evening snacks. Its worth to try these dishes.
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