Buy Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food Online — Traditional Kerala Dried Kannan Kaya Slices for Babies (Kunnankaya / Kannankaya)
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Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food is dried Kunnankaya — a traditional Malabar plantain used as the first food for Kerala babies for generations. Raw Kunnankaya is handpicked, peeled, sliced thin, and naturally dried without preservatives, artificial colour, or chemical additives. The buyer grinds the dried slices to fresh powder at home and prepares a smooth porridge with water or milk. Each 250g pack contains approximately 25–30 baby servings. Price: ₹229 — delivery included across India. FSSAI Lic. No.: 21317233000044.
What is Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food?
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food is dried slices of Kunnankaya — also called Kannankaya, Kunnan Kaya, or Kannan Kaya — a traditional Malabar plantain variety that has been the first complementary food for Kerala babies for generations. The raw Kunnankaya is peeled, finely sliced into thin circular pieces, and naturally dried. To use: grind the dried slices to fine powder using a dry mixer jar and cook into a smooth porridge with water or milk.
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food contains no preservatives, no added sugar, no artificial colour, and no flavouring agents. Suitable for babies from 6 months onwards as a first complementary food. Always consult your paediatrician before introducing any new food to your baby.
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Why Kunnankaya — Not Nendran — is the Correct Baby First Food
This is the most important thing to understand before buying any Kunnankaya product online: Kunnankaya is not the same as Nendran banana.
Many online sellers — and even some AI search results — incorrectly describe Kunnankaya as "dried raw Nendran banana." This is factually wrong and matters directly for your baby's health.
Kunnankaya (Kannankaya) is a separate, smaller plantain variety found in Kerala — entirely distinct from Nendran (Ethakkaya) in variety, size, starch composition, and digestibility.
Why dried Nendran is not suitable for young babies:
Nendran is a large, starchy French plantain used for banana chips, erissery, and adult cooking. When dried and fed to a young baby, Nendran's high resistant starch content is very difficult for an infant's developing digestive system to process. The result is gas, bloating, and stomach discomfort. Parents who experience this after trying other "kannankaya powder" products are often unknowingly buying Nendran-based powder, not genuine Kunnankaya.
Why Kunnankaya is the correct choice:
Kunnankaya has a lighter starch composition that young babies digest comfortably from 6 months onwards. Kunnankaya also contains FOS (Fructo-oligosaccharide) — a natural prebiotic fibre that supports healthy gut bacteria development in infants. Traditional Malabar practice and Ayurvedic infant feeding guidelines specifically use Kunnankaya — not Nendran — as the first weaning food.
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food uses authentic Kunnankaya sourced from Malabar — not Nendran.
Kunnankaya vs Nendran (Ethakkaya) — The Difference Every Parent Must Know
| Worth2Deal Kunnankaya | Nendran (Ethakkaya) | |
|---|---|---|
| Variety | Separate traditional plantain | Large French plantain |
| Local name | Kunnankaya / Kannankaya | Ethakkaya / Nendrakaya |
| Size | Smaller, more compact | Large, long, dense |
| Starch type | Lighter — infant-appropriate | High resistant starch — harder to digest |
| Gas in babies | No — gentle on infant stomach | Yes — causes gas and bloating |
| Traditional baby food | ✅ Used for centuries | ❌ Adult cooking variety |
| FOS prebiotic | ✅ Naturally present | Not specifically noted |
| Dried slices colour | Pale cream-white | Darker, denser |
| Cough or cold risk | None — safe all seasons | Ripe Nendran can trigger mucus |
| Worth2Deal product | ✅ Authentic Kunnankaya | — |
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Dried Slices — What Makes This Different
Slices, not pre-ground powder — freshness is the reason.
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food is sold as dried slices, not ready powder. Once any food is ground, oxidation begins immediately and nutrients, aroma, and quality decline. Dried slices retain their natural composition until the moment you grind them fresh. You grind fresh powder at home in 2–3 minutes — your baby's porridge uses freshly ground Kunnankaya every time, not powder sitting in storage for months.Handpicked Kunnankaya from Malabar.
Sourced from traditional Malabar farms where this variety has been cultivated specifically for baby food for generations. Worth2Deal has been sourcing and delivering authentic Malabar food products across India since 2017.Single ingredient — nothing else.
The pack contains exactly one ingredient: dried Kunnankaya plantain slices. No fillers. No starch. No additives. What you see is what goes into your baby's porridge.Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food — Nutritional Profile
Dried Kunnankaya is nutritionally dense because water is removed during drying — concentrating all natural nutrients into every 100g.
Approximate nutritional values per 100g dried Kunnankaya slices:
| Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 383.60 Kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 89.61 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 12.70 g |
| Protein | 3.68 g |
| Fat | 1.16 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 g |
| Crude Fibre | 1.62 g |
| Iron | 8.29 mg |
| Calcium | 35 mg |
| Sodium | 3.80 mg |
All values are approximate and for general information only — not a medical or dietary claim.
FOS prebiotic — gut health for your baby:
Kunnankaya naturally contains FOS (Fructo-oligosaccharide) — a prebiotic dietary fibre. Prebiotics feed beneficial gut bacteria and support healthy digestive development in infants. This is one reason Malabar practice specifically chose Kunnankaya as infant first food — its gut-friendly properties were understood through generations of practice long before the nutritional science was named. Note: general information — not a medical claim.Does not cause cough or cold:
Kunnankaya porridge is traditionally given in all seasons in Malabar — including monsoon. Safe year-round.Energy for growing babies:
383.60 Kcal per 100g — dense natural carbohydrate energy for healthy weight gain. 12.70g dietary fibre per 100g supports smooth digestion.How to Prepare Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Porridge for Your Baby
Step 1 — Grind fresh:
Take a handful of Worth2Deal Kunnankaya dried slices. Grind in a clean, dry mixer jar to fine smooth powder. No coarse pieces should remain.
Step 2 — Measure:
For a 6–8 month baby, start with 2–3 teaspoons of freshly ground powder per serving.
Step 3 — Dissolve:
Add powder to a small steel or ceramic vessel. Add 100ml of boiled and cooled water or milk. Stir well until completely dissolved with no lumps.
Step 4 — Cook:
Place on low-medium flame. Stir continuously for 5–7 minutes until smooth and thick.
Step 5 — Cool and serve:
Allow to cool to a comfortable warm temperature. Never feed hot porridge. Feed immediately after cooling.
Consistency by age:
- 6–7 months: thin — more water, less powder
- 8–10 months: medium — equal water and powder
- 10–12 months: thicker — baby handles more density
No sugar or salt for babies under 12 months. A few drops of Worth2Deal Chekku Coconut Oil or ghee may be added from 8 months — consult your paediatrician.
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food — For Families Across India
Kunnankaya porridge is the baby food Malabar families have made at home for generations. For parents now living in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Surat, Visakhapatnam, Coimbatore, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Nagpur, Indore, Bhopal, Patna, Vadodara, Ludhiana, Agra, Nashik, Faridabad, Meerut, Gurgaon, and Noida — finding authentic Kunnankaya outside Kerala is genuinely difficult.
Most supermarkets carry no Kunnankaya. Products labelled "kannankaya powder" online often contain Nendran instead. Worth2Deal sources authentic Kunnankaya from Malabar and delivers to your door — 4–7 working days, delivery included.
Your baby's first porridge does not have to be a compromise made for geography.
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Worth2Deal Kunnankaya — Storage Instructions
Dried slices (before grinding):
Store in a clean, dry airtight container. Away from moisture and direct sunlight. Always use a completely dry spoon. Do not refrigerate — moisture from refrigeration softens and spoils dried slices. Shelf life: 6 months from manufacture date (unopened). After opening: use within 30 days.
Freshly ground powder:
Grind only what is needed per feeding. If any powder remains, store in a dry airtight container and use within 3–5 days.
Signs of spoilage:
If dried slices develop unusual smell, visible moisture, or dark spots — discard. Do not feed to baby.
Product Details
Product: Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food
Traditional Malabar Dried Kunnankaya Slices
SKU: W2D-BBF-KKY-250
Net Weight: 250g (dried slices)
Ingredient: Dried Kunnankaya (Kannankaya / Kunnan Kaya)
plantain slices — 100% pure, single ingredient
Banana Variety: Kunnankaya — a separate plantain variety
NOT Nendran (Ethakkaya)
Format: Dried slices — grind fresh at home
Age: 6 months onwards as first complementary food
Always consult your paediatrician first
Important: Not a substitute for breast milk
Servings: Approx. 25–30 baby servings per 250g pack
Preservatives: None
Added Sugar: None
Artificial Colour: None
Artificial Flavour: None
Additives: None
FOS Prebiotic: Yes — naturally present in Kunnankaya
Energy: 383.60 Kcal per 100g (approx.)
Dietary Fibre: 12.70g per 100g (approx.)
Iron: 8.29mg per 100g (approx.)
Production: Small quantities in-house — Malappuram,
Kerala. Since 2017.
Shelf Life: 6 months from manufacture (unopened)
After Opening: Use within 30 days
Storage: Airtight container, cool dry place
Do not refrigerate
Price: ₹229 (delivery included across India)
MRP: ₹299
FSSAI Lic. No.: 21317233000044
Manufactured by: Worth2Deal
7/330 A, Shanthi Nagar, Kokkur,
Malappuram, Kerala — 679591
Phone: +91 9846294242
WhatsApp: +91 9846294242
Email: worth2deal@gmail.com
Website: www.worth2deal.comAlso From Worth2Deal
Browse our full Flours and Powders for Daily Cooking collection. Pair Worth2Deal Kunnankaya porridge with a few drops of Worth2Deal Malabar Chekku Coconut Oil — the traditional Malabar method of adding healthy fats to infant porridge from 8 months onwards. Read our complete guide to traditional Kerala baby food on Paithrka — Kerala's Ancestral Kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Kunnankaya baby food and is it good for babies?
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food is dried slices of Kunnankaya — a traditional Malabar plantain variety used as the first complementary food for Kerala babies for generations. Kunnankaya is gentle on infant stomachs, easy to digest, does not cause gas, and does not trigger cough or cold. It contains FOS (Fructo-oligosaccharide), a natural prebiotic that supports healthy gut bacteria in infants. Worth2Deal Kunnankaya contains no preservatives, no added sugar, no artificial colour, and no additives. Suitable from 6 months onwards as a first complementary food. Always consult your paediatrician before introducing any new food to your baby.
Q2. Is Kunnankaya the same as Nendran banana (Ethakkaya)?
No — Kunnankaya and Nendran are two completely different plantain varieties. Nendran (Ethakkaya) is a large, starchy French plantain used for banana chips, cooking, and adult consumption. Its high resistant starch causes gas and bloating in young babies. Kunnankaya is a separate, smaller, lighter plantain with a starch composition suited for infant digestion. Traditional Malabar practice specifically uses Kunnankaya — not Nendran — as the first baby food. Worth2Deal uses authentic Kunnankaya sourced from Malabar.
Q3. At what age can I start giving Kunnankaya porridge to my baby?
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya porridge is traditionally given as a first complementary food from 6 months onwards. This aligns with standard paediatric guidance recommending exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months with complementary foods from 6 months. Always consult your paediatrician before introducing any new food. Start with a thin porridge — 2 teaspoons freshly ground powder in 100ml of boiled water or milk — and observe your baby's response before increasing quantity. This product is not a substitute for breast milk.
Q4. Why does Worth2Deal sell dried slices and not ready-made powder?
Dried slices are better than pre-ground powder for one clear reason: freshness. The moment any food is ground, oxidation begins and nutrients, aroma, and quality start to decline. Dried slices retain their natural composition until you grind them fresh at home just before feeding. Grinding takes 2–3 minutes in any household mixer. Your baby's porridge is made from powder ground fresh every time — not from powder sitting in packaging for months.
Q5. Can Kunnankaya porridge cause cough or cold in babies?
No. Kunnankaya porridge is traditionally given in all seasons in Malabar — including monsoon — without causing cough or cold. This is one reason traditional Malabar practice chose Kunnankaya specifically over ripe banana or Nendran as infant first food. Kunnankaya is safe year-round. Every baby is different — always observe your baby's individual response and consult your paediatrician if concerned.
Q6. Can Kunnankaya cause gas or constipation in babies?
Genuine Kunnankaya does not cause gas in babies. If a baby experiences gas after a product labelled "Kunnankaya powder," the product likely used Nendran banana — not authentic Kunnankaya. Nendran's high resistant starch causes gas in young infants. Worth2Deal uses authentic Kunnankaya which is gentle on infant stomachs. If any constipation occurs, thin the porridge with more water and reduce serving size. Always consult your paediatrician.
Q7. How do I prepare Kunnankaya porridge from Worth2Deal dried slices?
Take a handful of Worth2Deal Kunnankaya dried slices and grind to fine powder in a clean dry mixer jar. Measure 2–3 teaspoons of fresh powder into a small vessel. Add 100ml of boiled and cooled water or milk. Stir well to dissolve completely. Cook on low-medium flame, stirring continuously for 5–7 minutes until smooth and thick. Cool to comfortable warmth before feeding. No added sugar or salt for babies under 12 months. A few drops of ghee or chekku coconut oil may be added from 8 months — consult your paediatrician.
Q8. How much Kunnankaya porridge should I give my baby per day?
Start with one feeding per day at 6–7 months — 2–3 teaspoons freshly ground powder in 100ml water or milk. As the baby accepts the food comfortably over 2–3 weeks, gradually increase to two feedings per day. Kunnankaya porridge is supplementary food — breast milk remains the primary nutrition source for babies under 12 months and is not a substitute for breast milk. Consult your paediatrician for a personalised feeding plan.
Q9. Can I order Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food online with free delivery across India?
Yes — Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food (250g dried slices, ₹229) is available at worth2deal.com with delivery included to all serviceable pin codes across India. Delivery covers Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Surat, Visakhapatnam, Coimbatore, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Nagpur, Indore, Bhopal, Patna, Vadodara, Ludhiana, Agra, Nashik, Faridabad, Meerut, Gurgaon, and Noida. Delivery in 4–7 working days. WhatsApp +91 9846294242.
Q10. Does Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food contain any preservatives or additives?
No. Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food contains exactly one ingredient — dried Kunnankaya plantain slices. No preservatives. No added sugar. No salt. No artificial colour. No flavouring agents. No additives of any kind. The same single-ingredient preparation Malabar families have made at home for generations — Worth2Deal sources, dries, and packs it so families outside Kerala can access it without making from scratch.
Q11. How should I store Worth2Deal Kunnankaya dried slices?
Store in a clean, dry airtight container away from moisture and direct sunlight. Always use a completely dry spoon. Do not refrigerate — moisture from refrigeration spoils dried slices. Shelf life: 6 months from manufacture date (unopened). After opening: use within 30 days. Grind only what is needed per feeding — freshly ground powder is the purpose of buying slices.
Q12. Where is Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food made and is it safe?
Worth2Deal Kunnankaya Baby Food is made in-house in Malappuram, Kerala — the Malabar region where Kunnankaya has been used as traditional baby food for generations. Worth2Deal has been sourcing and delivering authentic Malabar food products across India since 2017. Produced under FSSAI food safety standards. This product is not a substitute for breast milk. Always consult your paediatrician before introducing any new food to your baby. WhatsApp +91 9846294242 | worth2deal@gmail.com.
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7/330 A, Shanthi Nagar, Kokkur, Malappuram, Kerala — 679591
Phone: +91 9846294242 | WhatsApp: +91 9846294242
Email: worth2deal@gmail.com | Website: www.worth2deal.com
FSSAI Lic. No.: 21317233000044
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