How to make Kerala's own mambazha pulissery

A comforting Kerala classic, Mambazha Pulissery is best enjoyed with steamed rice and crispy papad for an authentic homestyle meal.

Mambazha pulissery. Photo:Pexels/Saveurs Secretes
1 min read  |  Published: 17 Jul 2026

This traditional Kerala mambazha pulissery (mango pulissery combines ripe mangoes with curd and coconut gravy for the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.

Ingredients

  • 2–3 ripe mangoes (small, sweet variety)
  • 1½ cups thick curd, whisked
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1–1½ cups water

For the coconut paste

  • 1 cup grated coconut
  • 2–3 green chillies
  • ½ tsp cumin seeds

For Tempering

  • 2 tsp coconut oil
  • ½ tsp mustard seeds
  • ½ tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 2 dried red chillies
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • A pinch of red chilli powder (optional)

Preparation

Serving suggestion

Serve hot with Kerala matta rice, papad, and a simple thoran for a comforting, traditional Kerala meal.

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