Learn how to make delicious Ven Pongal, a traditional South Indian dish made with raw rice and dhal. Perfectly paired with Brinjal Gothsu or Coconut Chutney/sambar.
Breakfast
Explore a wide collection of traditional and easy South Indian breakfast recipes, including soft idli, crispy dosai, pongal, adai, upma, uthappam, idiyappam, semiya, and healthy millet or oats-based dishes. These vegetarian breakfast recipes include everyday Tamil favorites, quick tiffin ideas, fermented batter recipes, lunch box options, and comforting dishes served with chutney, sambar, or milagai podi.
Semiya (Vermicelli) Upma
Semiya upma is a flavorful Indian dish made from toasted vermicelli, vegetables, and garnished with cilantro and lemon juice. A variation, lemon semiya upma, includes spices, ginger, and cashews, providing a tangy flavor. Both versions are quick to prepare, offering rich flavors and textures, perfect for any meal.
Curd Semiya (Vermicelli)
Discover the delightful and cooling flavors of Curd Semiya, a popular Indian dish made with vermicelli noodles and yogurt. Perfect for summer days!
Rawa Pongal
Discover the delicious and unique flavors of Rawa Pongal, a popular South Indian dish made with rawa, lentils, and spices. Perfect for breakfast or special occasions!
Akki Roti – karnataka recipe
“Akki Roti” is a specialty of Karnataka. I tasted this Roti long back with special onion chutney at Udipi Hotel.
Tamarind Aval Upma
Explore the tangy and flavorful Tamarind Aval Upma recipe, made with soaked poha and a delicious mix of spices for a perfect breakfast or snack option.
Aval Upma
Aval Upma is a quick poha dish where soaked flakes are stir-fried with tempered mustard, dals, peanuts, and aromatics, then finished with coconut and lemon juice.
Appam
Discover a popular breakfast dish from Kerala, served alongside Coconut Milk and Potato Stew. Learn more about this classic meal here.
Idli Upma
Idli upma is normally prepared with the leftover idlis. Leftover idlis are scrambled into tiny pieces and seasoned with onion and chillies
Coconut Dosai
Experience the unique flavors of South India with coconut dosai, a popular dish made with fermented rice and coconut. Perfect with chutney or sambar!
Mudakathan Keerai Dosai
Mudakathan Keerai Dosai is a nutritious and flavorful Indian pancake made from rice and mudakathan keerai. This is served with Spicy Onion Chutney, or Garlic Chutney
Oatmeal Dosai
Oatmeal Dosai is a crisp, savory dosa made from a thick batter of oatmeal, rawa, maida, and rice flour mixed with onion, curry leaves, and green chillies. Spread on a hot oiled tawa, cook both sides until golden.