Authentic, BEST Mappila Meal | ZAIN’S HOTEL| Kozhikode |Cooking CHICKEN BIRYANI… Mutton Stew|Calicut

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Authentic Moplah Cuisine in Kozhikode at Zain’s Hotel, Calicut, Mappila Cuisine, Chatti Pathiri, Kallumakaya, Mutton Stew, Chicken Biryani, Ghee Rice, Chicken Masala
Zain’s Hotel Kozhikode stands testament to Mrs Zainabi Noor’s firm resolve to showcase the Mappila cuisine of her family. Kozhikode’s first lady restaurateur, she began her culinary enterprise 29 years ago as a small tea stall dispensing evening snacks. Spurred by the love she received from her customers, Zain’s today stands tall in Calicut as the address for homestyle Malabar cuisine.
Food Lovers’ Editor, Kripal Amanna visits this cosy restaurant set in a home and meets the mother-daughter duo of Zainabi Noor and Shireen Mustafa who oversee every detail of the operation. He also looks at the making of their popular chicken biryani, ghee rice and chicken masala in their kitchen ‘manned’ only by lady cooks, before sitting down to a generous lunch.
CHATTI PATHIRI
A 12-layered baked pancake interspersed with eggs, poppy seeds and raisins, each bite is a delicious crunch followed by luscious overtones of the ghee, caramelised sugar and the textural play of nuts. This is one dessert that’s a must-have here.
rs 25. (usd 0.4)
8.5/10
KALLUMAKAYA NIRACHATHU
Twice cooked, first the mussels are steamed in a rice cake with spices and then fried, the kallumakaya niracathu is a speciality at Zain’s. Peel the shell away to reveal the mussel, the rice cake is a tad crunchy to the bite and yet moist within, the flavour of the masala has seeped into the rice dumpling.
rs 29. (usd 0.4) per piece
10/10
FISH FRY
Lightly coated with a masala that plays second fiddle to the flavours of the plump ayakora or kingfish, this fry snares the moist flakey-ness of the fish in a light crunch. The turmeric lends it a delightful golden-orange hue.
rs 200. (usd 2.8) per piece
8.5/10
MUTTON STEW
Rich in coconut milk, this creamy stew carries within itself juicy chunks of meat that is yielding and flavourful. The tingling sensation of green chillies on the palate is balanced by the ripe acidity of the tomatoes. Best savoured with the ghee rice.
rs 250. (usd 3.5) per piece
10/10
GHEE RICE AND CHICKEN MASALA
The rich chicken masala makes for the perfect companion to the aromatic ghee rice. Rounding up the rich tones of the onions, tomatoes and curry leaves is the coconut oil that floats to the top of this dish, absorbing the flavours of the vivacious masala along the way.
Chicken masala rs 150. (usd 2.1), ghee rice rs 60 (usd 0.8)
8.5/10
CHICKEN BIRYANI
This isn't a biryani that jostles your tastebuds, it embraces your palate gently with light flavours of the fried onions and spices. The chicken is moist, having absorbed the flavours of the marinade as it cooks slowly over dum for an hour. The biryani exudes a hint of smokiness, and is almost buttery on the palate thanks to the ghee, oil and vanaspati that goes into the cooking of this biryani.
rs 150. (usd 2.1)
9/10
ADDRESS - Zain's Hotel, Convent Cross Road Behind Fire Station, Kozhikode, Kerala 673032;
tel: [phone]
LOCATION TAG - g.co/kgs/a8noLL
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[@FoodLoversTV]

Hi folks, I enjoyed my visit to Zain's Hotel, Kozhikode (Calicut), where I caught the making of their famous chicken biryani and also some of their lunch delicacies. Let me know in the comments below which was your favourite dish of the ones I tasted. If you'd like to support what we do, please join our KZbin membership community using the 'join' button below or on our channel home page, or visit our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/foodloverstv You can also make a one time, direct contribution to our bank account (details in description) Follow me on Instagram for more on delicious food @kripalamanna or instagram.com/kripalamanna/ Cheers! 😋

[@ramaashankar8958]

great episode and so much of heritage comes alive

[@vaneesharalaguppe3420]

Hi kripal nice video. I saw ur next video also before u release it. 🤣

[@kesavakannan]

Very good authentic Kerala biryani,if no vanaspati (dalda)would have been a very healthier option

[@vivek-gengaje]

Sir why not you uploaded the video with the foreigner that meet you accidentally while making video on biryani

[@rajapayan5667]

Food Lovers TV ,is daldaa-vanapathii bad for health? It has very high saturated trans fats. It can clog arteries easily and cardiac attack risk fake ghee. People with out proper education used in olden days to cut the cost of adding lots of ghee.

[@official.rajarshidutta]

Lots of hugs and kisses to Zainabi aunty. She is so motherly. I can feel her cooking must be something special.

[@toretheesh]

Any malayalees here 👍👍👍

[@lakshmanankka]

தமிழ் here👨🏼‍🍳😁😁😁😁

[@nihmathnv9962]

Aa njan und

[@footballbgm2593]

Und kutta

[@user-tk6kd6vp4z]

Undeeeeeee

[@toretheesh]

@@user-tk6kd6vp4z 😍

[@johncyrosekarak5828]

I love the way Zainatha comes and talks to customers in table, which makes us feel like we are at her home for lunch🥰 Calicut is the heaven of food😍

[@fairwind3058]

Nice comment.... She's from the old school. People were not conditioned in those days, they were real.

[@MultiPappu]

Malayalees are very hospitable people... I love them..

[@abctou4592]

Mrs Zain tastes each dish before and after cooking, that shows her love,dedication and passion for serving perfect food. Even at the age of 73 she is very energetic and pleasant, she made Kripal feel home I think.

[@ganeshprabhu3131]

THAT IS INDIAN CULTURE EVEN FROM OUR EPIC TIME. EVEN MATA SHABARI (SABOORI) TASTED THE FRUIT BEFORE GIVING IT TO RAMA & LAXMANA. THAT IS WHY THERE IS A SAY IN HINDI 'SABOORI KA FAL HAMESHA MEETHA HOTA HAI' OR IN URDU THEY SAY 'SABRA KA FAL MEETHA HOTA HAI'.

[@abctou4592]

GANESH PRABHU, bilkul sahi hai Sir

[@abctou4592]

Sabar (patience) ka fal meetha ho ga. Fruit of patience is always sweet. That is a proverb, nothing to do with any epics.

[@ganeshprabhu3131]

AT FIRST I DO AGREE WITH YOU. 'SABAR' OR 'SABR' IN URDU MEANS PATIENCE. SECONDLY THE PROVERB OR SAY 'SABOORI KA FAL HAMESHA MEETHA HOTA HAI' IS A HINDU PROVERB AND EDITED IN URDU AS 'SABR' OR 'SABAR' KA FAL. AND I TELL YOU, THE ACTUAL MEANING OF FRUIT IN URDU IS 'FALAH' AND 'FAL'. BUT IN MODERN URDU THEY USE HINDI WORD 'FAL'. FINALLY I WISH TO TELL YOU ONE MORE THING. IN HINDI DURING BAD DAYS PEOPLE SAY 'SAADI SAATI SHANI PEECHE PAD GAYI HAI' AND IN URDU PEOPLE SAY 'SAADI SAATI AA GAYI HAI'. BUT REMEMBER, THERE IS NOTHING SAADI SAATI IN URDU LITERATURE.

[@abctou4592]

GANESH PRABHU, very informative narration. Thanks

[@sunilsunilkumar.g.n2438]

Such an down to earth lady she is and how good she s handling all in that age hats off to her energy really inspire though am Vegetarian jus loved this video

[@ganeshpatil3634]

Your cameraman deserving 1 salute absolutely, catching perfect joy of eating moments as well as the food which appearing front of viewer.

[@sibbusibbu1839]

He is lucky to taste all kind of food

[@ankithpadella435]

After seeing that kind lady... I so much Miss my grandmom ! 😔 No matter how big hotel you cook at or no matter how big celebrity chef you might be, nobody can match the food cooked with love by your grandmother 💞

[@FoodLoversTV]

True that!

[@rishadar]

My, grandma too cook kalumakaya nirachathu, kai veeshal mutta mala etc

[@Julie-pb7fe]

Masala doesnt whisper a Hello, it shouts out. Wow 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌 I love this guy for sure. Oh myyyyy

[@fazalshaikh422]

This is the Power of Indian Mothers.....

[@Aess01]

I like this umma. She is so lovely. I'm sure she serves with full of love. May Allah swt bless her

[@TheSwrp4u]

Calicut is heaven for food lovers!! Two years back I had food trip to Calicut.. Breakfast Salkara, lunch Paragaon, Evening Zains, Dinner Adaminte chaya kada!!

[@ashoks726]

I visited some of my friends home in Calicut and their food and hospitality is fabulous, even some are not my close friends but they treat us very well and their food 8s amazing.. .

[@FoodLoversTV]

Hospitality is ingrained in the wonderful people of Kozhikode, I discovered too.

[@SuperAlex075]

There no other KZbin channel that shows so much details about restaurants down south.. specially Bengaluru like Kripal Sir.. He's a totally devoted person who's so proud of his culture,values and food delights..

[@AlphaCopper]

I don't know anyone else who might have covered Malabar flavors like you..

[@akhilvijaykumar7064]

I have not seen many people sharing their secret recipes of biriyani...wishing all goodness in the world for these wonderful people!

[@maheshmahadev9918]

Dear Kripal, I was eagerly waiting for your visit to Zains. I remember, in 2016 I travelled to Calicut from Bangalore only to visit Zains. And now after watching all your episodes on Bangalore's Non-veg restaurants, I have a list to visit during my next trip to India. And, I love your channel and all your work. I live alone in USA and all your episodes makes me refresh all my memories about Bangalore and Mysore. All the best for all your upcoming visits and I wish one day I meet you in person and have Non-veg Ragi Mudde meals with you in Bangalore.

[@sarahenglishclubspokenengl1300]

I didn't understand anything but her feelings are wonderful, May God bless her happiness and health.

[@kashifmalik08]

The Mother Daughter are very humble... Stay Blessed Zain Anti

[@gautamyadav9893]

Thanks for the lovely video Zain’s has mother’s Luv in every dish she has prepared My Great India every mile different food JAI HIND

[@anjalyroy19]

Sir welcome to Kerala, u should definitely go to paragon hotel in kozhikode, and if u r gng to Allepy backwaters u should taste Karemeen pollichathu and its fry it's a fish which u"ll get only in backwaters of Kerala

[@seemamakichan1374]

The way u listen & then narrate kripal is just beyond perfection & dedication .( NEVILLE)

[@amritarasa]

Zainuthatha is the absolute best! Missing my dear old Calicut 😍😍

[@Yogi_Ram]

At last Kripal & Team is in God's own country..👍🤗

[@kaverirudrappa5000]

Zain is inspiration to everyone 😊🤗😍thank you kripal sir for gone there and discover these inspirational woman 😘❤️

[@ganeshprabhu3131]

JUST WRITING AS 'INSPIRATION' NOT ENOUGH. YOU SHOULD TAKE HER AS A ROLL MODEL AND SHOULD START YOUR OWN EATERY SET UP AT YOUR PLACE. I WANT TO SEE FOODLOVERS TV VISITING YOUR PLACE TO MEET YOU WITH A THUMBS UP.

[@kaverirudrappa5000]

@@ganeshprabhu3131 ohhh omg... I'm hoping to one day... And thank you for your comment...your right she is roll model for all.. 😍 When I was reading your comment I was laughing like anything because I didn't except a comment like this... Your words give me new thoughts. Thank you brother

[@ganeshprabhu3131]

NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE. AND YOU KNOW WELL BEGUN IS HALF DONE. YOUR TIME IS CLICKING. BEST WISHES.

[@kaverirudrappa5000]

@@ganeshprabhu3131 thank you brother 😊

[@pgnithin4878]

Woowww lovely preparing with love , i love all muslim foods☺️💪👌

[@jimmysjoggersvlogs2360]

Mashalla awsome...

[@srvsrvm2638]

This is wondefull bro... This is Sendhil from France.... origin Pondicherry.. N O words to express my feelings while watching this videos casting by the expertised persons... for what I continuously your videos... Cheers... Super madi.... Sendhil RANDON

[@PradeepRaajkumar1981]

WOW Anna I was there 4 year ago... Mughal Biryani original Overseas.. BUT Tamilnadu and Karnataka Muslim Biryani.. I am a fan.. SEERAGA Sambha rice is my favorite anna...

[@FoodLoversTV]

This, if I am not mistaken, is made with the short grain khaima rice, Pradeep.

[@oblivion_007]

@@FoodLoversTV Both are same

[@PradeepRaajkumar1981]

@@FoodLoversTV ho ok anna... mughal biryani.. i assume everything is on basmati rice format on their receipes

[@anirajbrahmaassam2189]

After bichance watching your videos I liked to watch and loved every videos..

[@ganeshprabhu3131]

GREAT GOING. MAPPILA MEAL, MAPPILA SONG, MAPPILA REGION, MAPPILA CULTURE, MAPPILA PEOPLE.

[@sneakpeek2795]

Iam mappila

[@surajskumar233]

North Kerala is the capital of meat heaven. Try to explore more eateries there. Expect more vidoes from kerala

[@rajajana9842]

I am in full realisation about what you are doing when I see you documenting the moplah cuisine of kozhikode, amazing video, the rice is called aatop chaal, in bengal. I am a bengali, these moplah people are one of the oldest communities in India, famous for their cuisine in kerala. This restaurant is a gem, I have never been to kerala before....certainly do hope to someday.

[@getgsrinivas]

Hail Mrs. Zain for her hospitality

[@kathayanichangal6646]

Jiiiokoo the same as a result

[@haridathlakshman5988]

The best video everrrrr !!!!!!!!!thanks a lot for this video kripalll cheeeerrrs

[@preeti806]

Enikkippo ghee rice, chicken masala and chicken fry venam🤤😋

[@ziyadirumbuzhi6107]

കോഴിക്കോട് നിന്നും ഞാൻ .അടിപൊളി ഫുഡ് ആണ് .👍👍👍

[@priyankapaul4740]

Loved the episode. Mappila cuisine is yum. The hygiene of the kitchen is what every restaurant should follow.

[@Xylyxzs]

What a magnificent smile those ladies have , ☮️

[@renjiththomas8797]

Her energy is contagious.. 😍

[@aryaachavan7629]

Luking at the way u relish each morsel shows the respect to the food. I have started learning n taking time to enjoy even the simplest meal.

[@sonamyangzom3141]

Hats off to the Zain's ladies venture and their wonderful and delicious dishes. Thanks for sharing and lovely. Cheers. Kripal ji, keep rocking and one big thumbs up to your camera man and crew. Fantastic.

[@rishadar]

Kalumakayi fans like here!

[@bhimaraju433]

I love my Biriyani straight. No Raita, no pickle, no Chutneys. Nice presentation. Biriyani and Fish fry look yummy. 👌👌👏🌷

[@mohammedshadabahmed8040]

i love the way she talks, Guide, preparing Food and culture

[@mahakal98987]

This aunty is great.

[@hermanvarghese5837]

Biriyani is love (Malabar)

[@srilekhak922]

Been to Zain’s multiple times, especially for the stews and mussels. Can’t wait to see what other restaurants you will be visiting in Calicut. Even better than lemon pickle with biriyani is the dates pickle I’ve seen in a some hotels. It’s a combination I never knew I wanted.

[@Watermelon-cw3uz]

Your vloging very special, taste of the food all you grabbed to bring for viewers, we can feel taste ofthe food,

[@Julie-pb7fe]

So cute😍😍😍🤩🤩🤩🤩 they look like a mother and son

[@unni2747]

Anna you are lucky. Mouth watering. Amazing presentation and amazing smile and positive energy from umma. Wow she is great. Missed this biriyani

[@akhilk232]

kozhikode is the food capital of kerala...

[@lapirk]

No it's Not. Every town or region has unique cuisine, from the North to the South of the state.

[@aju5672]

@@lapirk definitely..but edilum kaanumalo leading aaya oru sthanam..bakshanathinte kaaryathil endukondum kozhikodinu kodukam

[@lapirk]

@@aju5672 parayan padannu alia. Kozhikode, Kochi, kottayam, Trivandrum have unique dishes and sweets. We should celebrate diversity. Not claim one place is best. When it comes to food there should be no boundaries

[@aju5672]

@@lapirk Sherri aanu bro..but food culture parayumbol kozhikode vannal bakshanathinode ulla priyam sherikum kaanam..ivide adonde konde thanneya pala keralathil famous aaya items start cheyde..agane oru culture vere evideyim kaanan pattila..tourism casil south kerala pole food bloggers favorite destination kozhikode aanu..adinu adinteedaya reason unde bro..baaki mosham ennala..aalkare salkarikanum kalayode sneham ullathu poleyum kozhikodukaarku bakshanathinode oru prathyega sneham aanu..not only weekends but ella divasavum mikka hotels chenal u can see it

[@rajkishorepanthulu5626]

I watch your videos just to see you enjoying the food.... You have a great smile bro

[@mithunkartha]

Good to see nearly at 200k subs. I remember when I got hooked u were at about 20k or so. Uv a come a long way man with many miles more to go. Happy 2020 with more culinary adventures!

[@sartajhussain3693]

Zain hotel and it's environs are very nice, it seems to be very clean and first time I am seeing mappilas food. Good coverage.

[@dranjups8911]

Absolutely happy to see you in Kerala from Thiruvananthapuram and hearty welcome to Kerala

[@anilgopinath81]

One of your best video

[@suvasishdalai8749]

Food there must really be awesome as I've seen Mr.Kripal so much amazed in a restaurant by its offered delicacies after a long time.

[@FoodLoversTV]

Enjoyed our meal here! 😋

[@renjithrajendran3327]

What a wonderful show !!! The narration is Awesome .Kudos to Kirpal and team for such a culinary delight. Never miss this show.Great work guys .

[@krishnakanthp.s4079]

passion for cooking😍👌Mrs.Zains.. ingal pwoli ahn😘💪

[@Imdadaslan]

Body to the volume..... Crunchy outside as deep fried, kudos for narration

[@cvillerdh2053]

What a beautiful lady owner of Zain’s!

[@amruthmoily4382]

Had a plan to visit Kozikode next month, thnx for suggesting me dis 😋

[@FoodLoversTV]

Happy eating, Amruth.

[@asgharabdulla8800]

One can easily understand taste of food just by looking at Mr Kripal's face while he just puts it into his palate or tongue , Kripal bhai you should be honoured with a PhD in food Savioring, well done. And Kudos to those 2 ladies who are running this show since ages with similar enthusiasm. Thank you Kripal sir for bringing in such a sweet and wonderful video 🙏👍👍✌️👌

[@sikhask9464]

It's my home town sir here in bangalore v miss our authentic diss enjoyed watching it thank you

[@sowjanyapoojary7080]

Just loved the way granny was cooking... Felt happy

[@dineshkalkar8866]

SALAM to Ms Noor her dedication n passion to food is awesome

[@pritidsouza8473]

Mrs Noor is so generous to be sharing all the secrets. Thanku Food Lovers

[@abhijiths.r1916]

Look at her passion on cooking..u have to admire..

[@SK-ph5ep]

Superb! Adipoli! சூப்பர்!

[@bashaonetelecom7580]

Really that women is really wonderful and very simple even she is not hide masala details....malayalis are always lovable love u kerala...❤

[@premmenon66]

Was a regular here during my posting at Kozhikode many years back . delicious memories of the awesome food at zain .

[@KaustoovPanchajanya--zv6te]

the best indian culinary host ever.

[@NokBotProwl]

This food preparation is so lovely, what a care and love given to the preparation! What a lovely family they are! Hats off to you brother for exploring these people and dishes. Thank you!

[@albaba5390]

Best wishes to that grandma chef !

[@danielgun]

So heartwarming to see such passion. What an excellent host!

[@patilbharat7309]

सर खाना खाते समय चेहेरे की संतुष्टी amazing

[@niwantmanus]

Loved that she shared every spice and things that goes into her cooking, otherwise people just flex saying their secrets. Loved it❤️❤️

[@aviatorram7777]

This is my most favorite one

[@sidharthk8335]

Kripal thank you for posting videos on flavors from kerala. Sid

[@haribalaji3390]

Divine omg way you describe and amma's preparation fantastic

[@foodcamp3715]

My mouth 👄 is watering 🤤😋

[@mamathasneha3967]

Hiiìi kripal Sir hegidira zainbi mam she is done a great job hats off to mam tnk u kripal Sir Fr this wonderful video once again I am telling u. ur master of this food lovers show 😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@FoodLoversTV]

Dhanyavada Mamatha, nima Sneha goskara! 🙏

[@Indian-82]

Hats off to your Editor.......perfect job

[@gijuvarghese6545]

hey..I am South African mallu..53 and lived in India..Pre Univ in Kerala and Degree in Manipal. The food & areas you cover are so yummy. Travelled all over the world - but that place & coz of you - I will return & possibly live there again. btw Madame Zain is absolutely awesome. Kripal, are you from Kerala or nearby - Mysore, Bangalore, etc?

[@FoodLoversTV]

Hi Giju, happy you liked the video. I am originally from Mangalore, but raised elsewhere. Do watch our q&a videoskzbin.info/aero/PLri_37vf6mmpxTib0pFaJUsLAwP5e2bOH to know more about me/ us.

[@onlyz1479]

Amazing video .. amazing narration .. amazing lovely lady ..

[@ShivamPandey-jc8te]

Liked before seen

[@shajithom]

Like the way you do the ohhhhhhhhhhhh it just gives u the feel......

[@shahanazkoshani1153]

She is my husband family ❤️❤️❤️

[@ramit439]

I love how you connect with the food...it's all through the fingers! Sound familiar?!...of course, I accidentally came across Carlos of, "Volpe Where Are You", where he had an impromptu collab with you several days ago! That was a super treat seeing you through the eyes of another food/travel vlogger!

[@pallaviamrute8534]

@10.35 HELLO..... body language.... awesome😉

[@pdevi1141]

Like a kid

[@reshmaanoop7944]

Welcome to gods own country sir..

[@FoodLoversTV]

Thank you, Reshma

[@sulthansingapore]

Sir you are doing great job... showing the real hard work and passion.. hats off.👍

[@shaistatariq8594]

Ma shaa Allah

[@preeyaashiyanaah8338]

Everything looks nice, that lady made chicken curry masala exactly like my mom does. I know it would be delicious no get way.

[@reflectionstillz]

Show some respect

[@muhammedshafeeque9568]

Love from kozhikode.visit again

[@mohamedimran4225]

Hattsoff Sir always presenting with full dedication 🌷

[@ravi2257]

Well done to both the Women out there

[@lithin123]

love from kerala😍❤️😍

[@munnasvideos1592]

So good teast food in calicut