What we offers

Based on the platform’s focus in Thiruvananthapuram, Seekon provides authentic, hygienic, and comforting Kerala-style homemade meals designed specifically to replicate the taste of a traditional family kitchen.

Their culinary footprint spans everyday breakfast items, wholesome lunches, classic side dishes, and traditional dinner setups. Below is a detailed exploration of the type of food Seekon offers, its flavor profiles, core preparation styles, and specialized services.

1. Traditional Kerala Breakfast Offerings

Seekon’s breakfast options center on authentic, slow-steamed, and fermented local recipes that dominate typical households in southern Kerala.

• Puttu Variants: The quintessential Kerala breakfast, made from ground rice and layered heavily with freshly grated coconut before being steamed in cylindrical tubes. Seekon provides options like traditional White Rice Puttu, nutrient-dense Ragi (Finger Millet) Puttu, and Wheat Puttu, usually served alongside a rich, spicy Kadala Curry (black chickpeas simmered in a heavily roasted coconut gravy).

• Appam and Stew: Soft, pillowy pancakes featuring a thick, spongy center and delicate, lace-like crispy edges. These are made from a naturally fermented batter of rice and fresh coconut milk. They are paired with a mild, intensely aromatic Vegetable or Chicken Stew (Ishtu), where the ingredients are gently simmered in thin coconut milk, ginger, green chilies, and whole spices, then finished with a splash of virgin coconut oil.

• Idiyappam & Accompaniments: Also known as string hoppers, these delicate, steamed rice noodle nests are incredibly light and easily digestible. Seekon pairs them seamlessly with classic household sides like egg roast or sweetened coconut milk.

• Classic Steamed Staples: Everyday comfort food such as soft Idlis and crispy Dosas, accompanied by authentic Thiruvananthapuram-style tomato-onion chutneys and vegetable sambar.

2. Wholesome Kerala Lunches (Nadan Oonu)

The centerpiece of Seekon’s daily menu is the Nadan Oonu (Traditional Kerala Lunch). These meals are strictly balanced, designed to offer a complete profile of carbohydrates, lean proteins, and gut-healthy fermented or spiced side dishes.

The Iconic “Vazhayila Pothi Choru”

One of Seekon’s most sought-after lunch styles is the Pothi Choru—a meal intricately wrapped in a wilted banana leaf. The hot rice, gravies, and sides are packed together, allowing the steam to draw out the natural oils and distinct smoky aroma of the banana leaf. When opened, it provides a deeply nostalgic, flavorful, and uniquely rich taste experience that completely elevates an ordinary lunch.

Essential Components of the Seekon Lunch

• The Grain Base: Meals are anchored by high-nutrition, plump Kerala Matta Rice (red parboiled rice), highly favored locally for its earthy taste and dietary fiber. For those who prefer lighter alternatives, standard white short-grain rice is also provided.

• The Main Gravies: * Parippu Curry: Mildly spiced, mashed moong dal infused with a paste of coconut, cumin, and green chilies, typically topped with a spoonful of ghee.

  • Sambar: A thick, robust lentil-based vegetable stew crafted with a unique Southern Kerala spice blend that features a distinct touch of roasted coconut flavor.

  • Pulissery / Moru Kachiyathu: A comforting, tangy buttermilk-based curry tempered with mustard seeds, fenugreek, dried red chilies, and fresh curry leaves. Seasonal variations include Mambazha Pulissery (made with sweet ripe mangoes).

3. Coastal Seafood & Non-Vegetarian Specialties

Given Thiruvananthapuram’s extensive coastal proximity, home-cooked non-vegetarian food is incomplete without fresh seafood and beautifully spiced meats. Seekon highlights these deep regional flavors through clean, homestyle preparations:

• Trivandrum Fish Curry: Quite different from its northern counterparts, the local fish curry utilizes fresh catches like sardines (Mathi), mackerel (Ayala), or kingfish (Neemeen). It is cooked in a fiery red gravy infused with chili powder, turmeric, and Kudampuli (Malabar tamarind), which gives it a sharp, tangy, and deeply satisfying bite.

• Meen Varuthathu (Fish Fry): Freshly caught fish marinated minimalistically in a rustic, homemade paste of red chili powder, turmeric, black pepper, and salt, then shallow-fried in pure coconut oil with a handful of crushed curry leaves.

• Kappa and Meen Curry: A classic pair featuring boiled, mashed tapioca seasoned with turmeric, crushed garlic, and green chilies, served alongside the signature tangy fish curry.

• Chicken Curry & Roast: Homestyle chicken pieces slow-cooked in an aromatic gravy of onions, ginger-garlic paste, and crushed spices. The Chicken Roast version features a semi-dry, heavily reduced masala that perfectly coats the meat, offering a balance of heat and flavor without excessive, heavy oils.

4. Traditional Vegetarian Sides (Thoran, Mezhukkupuratti & Pickles)

Every daily meal subscription includes rotating traditional dry side dishes that bring essential crispness and nutrients to the plate.

• Thorans: Finely chopped seasonal vegetables—such as cabbage, beans, raw papaya, or yardlong beans (Achinga)—flash-stir-fried with minimal oil and tossed generously with freshly grated raw coconut, green chilies, and cumin.

• Mezhukkupuratti: A classic slow-roasted preparation where vegetables like plantains (Kaya), purple yam (Kachil), or ivy gourd (Kovakka) are sliced and sautéed gently in coconut oil with crushed shallots and red chili flakes until they are tender and slightly caramelized.

• Homemade Pickles & Chammanthi: Tangy, intensely flavored condiments including instant raw mango or lime pickles, alongside Thenga Chammanthi—a thick, coarsely ground coconut chutney blended with dried red chilies, shallots, tamarind, and ginger.

5. Dietary Philosophy and Service Models

What distinguishes Seekon’s food from typical restaurant fare is the adherence to a healthy, home-kitchen philosophy:

• Zero Artificial Additives: The food completely omits artificial food colorings, chemical preservatives, or taste enhancers like MSG.

• Controlled Oil and Spices: Unlike restaurant dishes that float in heavy oils and excessive fats, Seekon’s curries utilize measured quantities of pure coconut oil, ensuring the meals remain light enough for daily consumption without causing bloating.

• Flexible Delivery Models: Understanding the needs of corporate professionals, students, and elderly residents across Thiruvananthapuram (especially in bustling hubs like Poojappura, Murinjapalam, Pettah, and Peroorkada), they structure their food delivery through highly organized channels:

  • Daily Tiffin Services: Neatly packed, scheduled boxes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

  • Monthly Subscriptions: A hassle-free, recurring meal plan that guarantees clean, homemade food delivered directly to doorsteps or office desks on time.