Keralan Chicken Roast

Perattu Kozhi

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No Worries, Just Chicken Curries: 70 Incredible Indian Chicken Recipes

By Suki Pantal

Published 2025

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Also known as Trivandrum perattu kozhi, this traditional chicken roast hails from the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram (formerly Trivandrum) in the southern state of Kerala. Kozhi means “chicken” in Kerala and perattu means “to roast” and the popularity of this dish extends beyond food stalls, roadside eateries and restaurants in the city, making it a must-try for those who love exploring authentic cuisines of South India. Well, I am that person! It’s a perfect balance of heat and spicine