Poriyal

A collection of South Indian Poriyal recipes.

Poriyal

Stuffed Pudalankai (SnakeGourd)

Stuffed Pudalankai (Snake Gourd) is a popular Indian dish with varied stuffing options. In this recipe, “Paruppu Usili,” a blend of crumbled lentils and spices, serves as the stuffing. The snake gourd is cut, hollowed, boiled slightly, and filled with the stuffing. These filled pieces are then pan-fried and garnished with leftover stuffing. The dish pairs well with Indian bread or rice.

Poriyal

Pavakkai Fry

Pavakkai fry is a well-liked South Indian dish made with bitter gourd, primarily enjoyed as a side. The recipe involves coating sliced bitter gourd in a mixture of spices, flours, and lemon juice. Deep-fried until golden brown, the dish’s bitterness can be subdued by soaking in buttermilk before cooking.

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Potato Curry

Indulge in this flavorful Potato Curry made with onion and sambar powder. Perfect with rice or as a side dish to Indian bread like chapathi. Try other potato recipes like Pudina Potato Curry and Potato Gravy!