By Krati Purwar
July 31, 2024
In South India, rice is a staple grain. From idli to vangi bath, you cannot make dishes without rice. Here are some South Indian rice-based recipes that can be defined as soul food and are must-try.
Kozhukattai is a unique steamed rice dumpling recipe in which rice flour is stuffed with savoury or sweet filling. It is a popular dish prepared during festive celebrations.
Tamarind rice or puliyogare is a tangy recipe comprising rice, tamarind pulp, spices, and peanuts. It is a sacred dish offered to Gods in temples across South India.
If you haven’t tried pepper rice or milagu sadam, you should definitely opt for this recipe. The grains are cooked in the seasoning of cumin seeds and black pepper.
Bisi bele bath is a comforting recipe from Karnataka. Rice and toor dal are combined with spices to prepare a delicious batch of khichdi tempered with mustard seeds & curry leaves.
Curd rice or thayir sadam is widely consumed across South Indian states. Cooked rice is tossed with curd and tempered with curry leaves, mustard seeds, and dry red chillies.
Chitranna or lemon rice is not just known for its tangy flavour but aromatic preparation. Among the ingredients of tempering, do not forget chana dal because it adds a crunch.
There are many variants of biryani across South India. Chettinad, Malabar, and Hyderabadi are among a few examples of fulfilling and mouth-watering rice dishes.