Helly Raichura

Helly Raichura · The Food of Bharat

The Syrian Christian community’s cuisine in India is heavily influenced by local produce and techniques. The community is composed of local Brahmins who were converted to Christianity, and a few hundred Syrian Christians who had travelled there, with both communities merging through intermarriage. Christmas and Easter are prominent festivals celebrated by the community, with a spread of dishes that use spices, produce and techniques popular in Malabar cooking. One of the most popular festive dishes is a roast duck made with flavourful spices.