Why is Parotta banned in Kerala?

For over a year now, the Kerala porotta, which has been a hot favourite among true blue Malayalis, was under the scanner, thanks to campaigns on its ill effects. After a series of attacks, the latest allegation against the Kerala porotta is that it is high on cancer causing agents.

What is Porotta and beef?

The word parotta is generally used for the Malabar or Kerala parotta, the flaky, layered bread made of refined wheat flour or maida. It is a popular street and restaurant food across the state, and is usually served with beef fry (egg curry and chicken curry are other popular accompaniments).

Does Nair eat beef?

Pork was noted as a favourite food of the Nair, and even high-status Nairs were noted as eating buffalo meat. The Nair avoided beef, and many did not eat lamb. In the modern day, alcohol is a component of Nair-dominated festivals in Kerala.

How unhealthy is Parotta?

“Parotta contains the purest form of carbohydrates and the maida flour with which it is prepared is an enemy to your heart. Eating it amounts to depositing fats and cholesterol straight into your body,” says R. Raghunathan, Head, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Government Rajaji Hospital (GRH), here.

Can I lose weight eating Parotta?

Actually, they can. Parathas are traditionally delicious and indulgent, but you can also give them a healthy twist and turn them into the perfect addition to your weight-loss plan. The first thing you need to do is to break down that paratha breakfast into all its separate components.

Is cow slaughter banned in Kerala?

Arunachal, Goa, Damaon, Pondicherry, Kerala , Mizoram, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Jammu and Kashmir& West Bengal are the states or territories where there are no restrictions on cow slaughter. As per existing meat export policy in India, the export of beef (meat of cow, oxen and calf) is prohibited.

Does Parotta contain egg?

Ingredients. All-Purpose Flour – Parotta is traditionally made with all-purpose flour or maida. You can make it using whole wheat flour as well but the texture will be very different. Egg – Egg gives softness to the parotta and most restaurants and roadside eateries add it.

Why do Keralites like beef and porotta?

Keralites like Beef and Porotta because it provides ample amount of carbohydrates and protein to the person who consumes it. The big plus is that the combination is wonderfully tasty.

Do you eat beef and Parotta together?

The combination of beef and parotta is something that cannot be beaten, sorry vegetarians, you will live your life having missed something, well, not to be missed. I know you will say you have no regrets but that’s because you will never eat beef and parotta.

Why don’t people eat beef in Kerala?

Sure, There are a few reasons why Kerala and in particular many Kerala Hindus deviate from the rest of India when it comes to Beef eating and their attitude towards cows in general. It has to do more with Geography and Economics , which in turn has an influence on culture and attitudes.

What is the food culture of Kerala?

Kerala has no food culture. All food in Kerala is a combination of fried items with meat. Beef is the most recognized dish in Kerala. In any restaurant, only beef is available as most of the items have beef.