Our Ulli Theeyal is based on an authentic Kerala recipe for this beloved vegetarian dish. Theeyal, meaning "burnt" in Malayalam, gets its distinctive flavor from perfectly roasted coconut and spices. This blend includes specially roasted ingredients that create the characteristic dark, tangy gravy that pairs beautifully with pearl onions (ulli). The complex flavor profile combines the nuttiness of roasted coconut with the tang of tamarind and the warmth of traditional Kerala spices.