Forest department pavilion offers variety tribal fare at ‘Ente Keralam' expo in Idukki
The expo marks the fourth anniversary of the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government in the State. The Munnar wildlife division and the Chinnar wildlife sanctuary has partnered to set up the pavilion, officials stated.
The Naruneedi tea on offer is a traditional drink among tribal communities, and butter beans are cultivated inside the forests; the butter bean momos are another offering that is attracting visitors.
Also on sale at the pavilion is chama rice payasam (millet payasam), bamboo rice payasam (mulayari payasam), ragi leddu, and ragi milk. Tapioca, colocasia, sweet potato, purple yam, ragi vada, bird's-eye chilli chutney, fish curry, and butter bean chicken curry are also put up. Various items made from forest produce, such as honey, lemon grass oil, ragi powder, turmeric, sherbet, Marayur jaggery, ginger tea powder, and veld grape pickles, are also available at the pavilion.
Water Resources Minister Roshy Augustine inaugurated the exhibition on April 29. The expo will conclude on May 5.
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