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A hearty, one-pot meal from Kerala where tender tapioca and spicy beef masala are cooked together into a delicious mash. A truly rustic and flavorful dish, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
For 4 servings
Marinate and Cook the Beef
Cook the Tapioca
A hearty, one-pot meal from Kerala where tender tapioca and spicy beef masala are cooked together into a delicious mash. A truly rustic and flavorful dish, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
This kerala recipe takes 75 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 1447.71 calories per serving with 36.25g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prepare the Masala
Combine and Finish
Prepare the Tempering (Tadka)
Garnish and Serve
You can substitute beef with mutton or chicken. Adjust cooking times accordingly; mutton will take longer, while chicken will cook much faster.
For a vegetarian version, replace beef with a mix of hearty vegetables like raw jackfruit (chakka), yam (chena), or raw plantains (kaya). You can also use mushrooms or chickpeas.
To make it milder, reduce the amount of red chilli powder and green chillies. For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of crushed black peppercorns along with the garam masala.
Tapioca is a primary source of carbohydrates, providing a quick and sustained energy boost, making this a very filling and satisfying meal.
Beef is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
The beef in this dish provides heme iron, a form of iron that is easily absorbed by the body and helps prevent anemia.
Spices like turmeric, ginger, and black pepper contain antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties that contribute to overall health.
Kappa Biryani, also known as 'Ellum Kappayum', is a traditional and rustic dish from Kerala, South India. Unlike a typical layered rice biryani, it's a hearty mixture of cooked tapioca (kappa) mashed with a spicy meat masala, most commonly beef.
It is a calorie-dense dish, rich in carbohydrates from tapioca and protein from beef. It's a great source of energy but should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet, especially if you are monitoring your calorie intake.
A typical serving of about 450g contains approximately 650-750 calories. The exact number can vary based on the fat content of the beef and the amount of oil used in preparation.
Yes, absolutely. While beef is the most traditional choice, this dish is also delicious when made with mutton (goat meat) or chicken. Remember to adjust the pressure cooking time accordingly.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat it in a pan over low heat, adding a splash of water if it seems too dry, or in a microwave.
Yes, you can prepare the components in advance. Cook the beef masala and the tapioca separately and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, heat the masala, add the mashed tapioca, mix, and finish with the tempering for the best taste and texture.
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