Dosa
Dosa is not only the traditional breakfast of South India, but also the most popular comfort food all across the country. They are prepared when a batter of fermented rice and lentils is smeared on a pan. Masala Dosa have a filling of potato gravy inside them. These days you can try different variants of dosa with chicken, tomato, cheese and more.
Idly
Soft and fluffy white idly's are another breakfast option in South India. Idly's are also prepared with a batter of fermented rice and lentils. This batter is put in circular molds and steamed on a stove. The fluffy delicacy is soft and easy on the digestion.
Medhu Vada
It is a circular brown, doughnut like dish that is served with chutneys. The dough is made, shaped and deep-fried in oil to give it a perfect color and a crispy and crunchy taste. The dough is made with a batter of black lentils, peppercorns, curry leaves, red chilies, cumin and other spices.
Uthappam
Uthappam can also be described as salty and spicy pancake. It is made with a spicy and tangy batter of fermented rice and lentils that is mixed and topped with shredded onions, tomatoes and green chilies. Nowadays, you can find several variants of uthappam's like tomato uthappam, cheese uthappam and more.
Fish Molee
It is a specialty of Kerala, and it tastes heavenly. Made in coconut milk and traditional spices. Reminding of traditional Portuguese flavors, this fish stew has mild spices and is one of the most prominent dishes of the state.
Kerala Prawn Curry
Kerala Prawn Curry is the signature dish of Kerala that is infused with mildly spicy, hot and tangy flavors. The scrumptious dish can be devoured with a bread, rice etc. The curry is prepared in coconut milk and is sometimes topped with raw mango shreds and peppercorns.
Bisi Bella Bath
Bisi Bella Bath is a traditional Karnataka dish. It is made when steamed rice is cooked together with toor dhaal, vegetables and spices. The dish is best served with chutney, salad, potato/ banana chips.
Payasam
It is a hot favorite of the South Indian when it comes to desserts. It is an authentic rice based dish is made with rice cooked along with milk, ghee and sugar. The sweet dish is topped with dried fruits, shredded coconut and saffron.
Hyderabad Biryani
Hyderabad Biryani is one popular South Indian dish known for its varied flavors and its incredible taste. The dish is a blend of the Mughal and Iranian flavors. It is made when rice is cooked along with meat and an array of spices. It is cooked with marinated meat and soaked rice.
Curd Rice
Curd Rice is a comparatively milder dish when it comes to flavors and spices. The simple dish is just a combination of steamed rice and flavored yogurt or curd. Tasting tangy salty, the dish is a staple of Andhra Pradesh. Sometimes to make the dish more flavorful, they also add cumin seeds, curry leaves, peanuts, green chilies and ginger etc.
Rasam
It is mostly a started dish that is also considered to be a soup sometimes. It is a favorite side dish in Tamil Nadu and is served with almost every meal. The dish is a fusion of tomatoes, peppercorns, curry leaves, chili, garlic and ginger etc. that is cooked in water and blended. It is also considered an ideal cure for sore throat.
Appam and Stew
Appam is made with a batter of fermented rice flour and coconut milk. Considered to be a delicacy in South India, it is best served with stew. Among the stew-you can choose between chicken, mutton, beef or vegetable stew. Stew is also made in coconut gravy infused with mild spices.
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