Poriyal

A collection of South Indian Poriyal recipes like Kovakkai Fry, Beans Usili, Potato Pepper Fry, Keerai Cutlet, Chow Chow Poriyal, Carrot Poriyal.

Poriyal is a term from Tamil cuisine (South India) for a stir-fried or sautéed vegetable side dish. It is known by similar names in other South Indian languages, such as Palya in Kannada or Vepudu in Telugu.

Poriyal

Vazhaikkai Curry

Vazhaikkai Curry combines tender boiled banana pieces with a fragrant roasted red chilli–rice spice mix, tempered with mustard, urad dal, and curry leaves. Finished with coconut gratings, it’s delicious hot or cold.

Poriyal

Pudina Potato Curry

Pudina Potato Curry combines pressure-cooked potatoes with a fragrant mustard-tempered onion-tomato masala, finished with mint leaves. Stir on low until the curry turns dry and flavorful.

Poriyal

Kothavarangai Thuvatal

Kothavarangai Thuvatal blends 3/4-cooked green gram dhal with tender cluster beans simmered in sambar powder, turmeric, and salt, then tempered with mustard, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Finish with coconut gratings.