Avalakki Vaggarnae
Avalakki Vaggarnae, is a traditional Kannadiga dish made from flattened rice, also known as Poha. This simple yet flavorful dish is prepared by sautéing onions in a vaggarnae (tempering) of mustard seeds, urad dal, curry …
Shavige Uppit
Shavige Uppit, also known as Vermicelli Upma, is a popular South Indian breakfast dish made from roasted vermicelli noodles. It’s cooked with a blend of spices, vegetables like onions, carrots, beans, and peas, and garnished …
Muccharey
Made from a dough of rice flour, puttani powder, and spices, these spicy snacks from Karnataka are deep-fried until crispy. With their crunchy texture and savory flavor, Muccharey are perfect for snacking on their own …
Chakli
Made from a dough of rice flour, urad dal, and spices, including sesame seeds and cumin, these spiral-shaped treats are deep-fried until crispy. With their crunchy texture and savory flavor, Chaklis are perfect for snacking …
Tomato Gojju
Tomato Gojju is a South Indian dish featuring tomatoes and onions simmered in a seasoning mix of whole spices resulting in a blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. Use a tomato variety that has …
Pongal
Pongal is a classic South Indian dish that brings together lentils and rice in a creamy, comforting dish that is as quick to make as it is delicious to eat. Traditionally, it’s slow-cooked to develop …
Spicy Kuli Appam
Spicy kuli appam is a flavorful South Indian delight, with its unique golden brown round shape. Made from a batter of rice, urad dal, grated coconut, green chilies, ginger, and cilantro, these appam are a …
Rajasthani Thuli
Cracked wheat is twice cooked and sweetened with a jaggery syrup. This traditional side dish is a hearty bowl of comfort accompanied by hot, tangy, spicy Kadhi in Rajasthan.
Akki Roti
Akki roti is unique to Karnataka. It is a crunchy, hand shaped roti made with rice flour, onions, herbs, and spicy green chillies. It is easy to make once you understand the technique to making …