Rice is the staple grain in South India. Enjoy our collection of South Indian Rice recipes.
Which are the most popular South Indian Rice recipes?
Curd Rice
One of the best Indian comfort foods is Curd Rice. Yes, when you are a bit down then this is the recipe to make. I grew up as a kid having this recipe countless times. Did you know that curd rice is served at the end of a meal in South India! Another super popular South Indian rice recipe is Lemon Rice. Popular in Karnataka is Bisi Bele Bhaat served with lots of ghee.
Tangy Kachi Keri Rice
An evergreen favourite, the Raw Mango Rice is prepared in South Indian homes at least once a week when the mango season is on. A traditional tempering and partially cooked raw mangoes give this rice a tangy flavour and exciting crunch.
Gongura Pulihora Recipe
This particular Gongura Pulihora is made of rice mixed with a spicy paste of gongura leaves, which are very famous in Andhra Pradesh.
One Dish South Indian Rice Recipe
Sambhar Rice
A traditional one-dish meal from the kitchens of Tamil Nadu, the Sambhar Rice is enjoyed so much by them that it is made on special occasions as well as lazy weekends!
Did you know South Indian's have rice for Breakfast?
Ven Pongal
Ven Pongal is South India’s equivalent of the North Indian khichdi. Cooked rice and moong dal are flavoured with ginger, crushed peppercorns and cumin seeds, and garnished with ghee-roasted cashew nuts and curry leaves.
South Indian Rice Recipes for festivals.
Chitranna Rice
Chitranna Rice is a very popular South Indian recipe, which is considered very auspicious and made on festival days as an offering to God. People don’t mind standing in long queues to get their share of Chitranna prasad at temples.
Healthy South Indian Rice Recipes
Curd Brown Rice
We have removed white rice from the popular curd rice to make a healthy Curd Brown Rice recipe.
What Souht Indian Rice Recipes are good for the tiffin?
Carrot, Cucumber and Curd Rice
Traditional South Indian fare, and a favourite especially with tamil brahmins, the carrot, cucumber and curd rice is a frequent choice for the ‘tiffin box’! Tomato Rice, spicy and tangy rice preparation is ideal for packing in a lunch box, and sure to be enjoyed by young and old alike.
Other popular South Indian Rice recipes are Peanut Rice and Tamarind Rice.
Happy Cooking!
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