Details and Ingredients

Ella Ada is a cherished Kerala delicacy, made by spreading a dough of rice flour onto banana leaves, then filling it with a mixture of grated coconut and melted jaggery, often spiced with a pinch of cardamom. The leaves are folded and steamed, infusing the dumpling with a subtle banana leaf aroma. The result is a soft, sweet snack with a melt-in-the-mouth texture.

A traditional tea-time treat or festive offering, Ella Ada pairs wonderfully with a cup of Kerala chai, delivering the authentic sweetness of South Indian coastal cuisine.