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Erachi Choru/ Meat and Rice-Kerala Style Chicken Pulao

  Erachi Choru- Kerala Style Chicken Pulao Chicken and rice dish is a classic combo that everyone loves. It makes a heartwarming and comforting meal. Erachi Choru is a traditional meat and rice recipe from Kerala and is fragrant and delicious. The classic erachi choru is usually prepared, with beef or mutton, but erachi choru with chicken is the easiest for a homey weekend meal. It is also perfect for a lazy weekend meal or when you have last-minute company. This rice and chicken combo are quick to make, and impressive too. Erachi choru is a Kerala style pulao, flavored with local ingredients and spices. North Indian pulao is not spicy and has fewer competing flavors. Erachi choru is spicier than the normal pulao. You can expect layers of flavor in each bite, and taste wise it is closer to the biryani. I don't know the origin of this recipe. It is considered, to be a is a traditional meat and rice recipe from the Malabar region of Kerala. It is also popular in Central Kerala and Ko...

Easy Fish Pulao/ Indian Fish Pilaf- Pomfret Fish and Rice

  Easy Fish Pulao/ Indian Fish Pilaf- Pomfret Fish and Rice Fish Pulao/ Indian Fish Pilaf is a yummy, finger-licking good, rice recipe. Do you like easy one-pot meals with rice? There is no denying the fact that chicken and rice is the most popular when it comes to soul-satisfying and filling meals. But if you are a fish lover like me, you will love this pulao. Fish and rice have an affinity for each other and is a comforting meal. It is just like your favorite fish biryani, but a milder version. This delicious fish pulao/pilaf is no- fuss, homey weekend meal. My ideal weekend meal would be a one-pot meal, and if you are like me, this dish is a perfect example of a quick meal.  The first time I tasted a fish pulao/Ilish Pulao was in Calcutta. Ever since I, have been trying different versions, but I guarantee you this one is the easiest of all. The fish pieces are fried till golden before adding to the rice along with earthy spices to make a fragrant pulao. The rice gets cooked...