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South Indian Recipes

The land of spices & flavours

Indian cuisine is one of the world's most diverse, spanning hundreds of regional traditions united by bold spices, aromatic herbs, and centuries of culinary heritage. From rich curries to light dals, breads to biryanis.

Spicy Tomato Rice (Recipe)

Spicy Tomato Rice (Recipe)

Vegetarian15 min
Sundakkai and Methi Leaves Sambar Recipe - Sundkai Methi Sambar Recipe

Sundakkai and Methi Leaves Sambar Recipe - Sundkai Methi Sambar Recipe

Diabetic Friendly65 min
Pudina Khara Pongal Recipe (Rice and Lentils Cooked With Mint Leaves & Mild Spices)

Pudina Khara Pongal Recipe (Rice and Lentils Cooked With Mint Leaves & Mild Spices)

High Protein Vegetarian30 min
Spicy Seafood Stew Casserole With Tomatoes And Lime Recipe

Spicy Seafood Stew Casserole With Tomatoes And Lime Recipe

Non Vegeterian65 min
Ragi Semiya Upma Recipe - Ragi Millet Vermicelli Breakfast

Ragi Semiya Upma Recipe - Ragi Millet Vermicelli Breakfast

High Protein Vegetarian50 min
South Indian Onion Chutney Recipe - South Indian Onion Chutney (Recipe)

South Indian Onion Chutney Recipe - South Indian Onion Chutney (Recipe)

Vegetarian40 min
South Indian Style Murungakkai Poriyal Recipe - Drumstick Stir Fry

South Indian Style Murungakkai Poriyal Recipe - Drumstick Stir Fry

Vegetarian45 min
Thengai Sadam Recipe (A Quick and Healthy Coconut Rice)

Thengai Sadam Recipe (A Quick and Healthy Coconut Rice)

Vegetarian60 min
Spicy Crunchy Masala Idli Recipe

Spicy Crunchy Masala Idli Recipe

Vegetarian30 min
Cauliflower Leaves Chutney (Recipe in Hindi)

Cauliflower Leaves Chutney (Recipe in Hindi)

Vegetarian25 min
Peerkangai Thogayal Recipe (Ridge Gourd Peel Chutney)

Peerkangai Thogayal Recipe (Ridge Gourd Peel Chutney)

Vegetarian25 min
Beetroot Sambar Recipe

Beetroot Sambar Recipe

High Protein Vegetarian55 min
Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

Vegetarian40 min
Muttaikose Poriyal Recipe - Cabbage Stir fry With Coconut

Muttaikose Poriyal Recipe - Cabbage Stir fry With Coconut

No Onion No Garlic (Sattvic)45 min
Kobari Charu recipe - Kobbari Charu Recipe

Kobari Charu recipe - Kobbari Charu Recipe

High Protein Vegetarian50 min
Togari Bell Thove Recipe - Tour Dal Juice

Togari Bell Thove Recipe - Tour Dal Juice

High Protein Vegetarian35 min
Ragi Masala Roti Recipe

Ragi Masala Roti Recipe

Diabetic Friendly40 min
White Vegetable Kurma Recipe With Coconut & Cashew

White Vegetable Kurma Recipe With Coconut & Cashew

Vegetarian30 min
One Pot Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe - One Pot Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe

One Pot Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe - One Pot Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe

Non Vegeterian40 min
Waffle Broth Recipe - Puppet's Yamarinta Crovy

Waffle Broth Recipe - Puppet's Yamarinta Crovy

Vegetarian25 min
Pasi Paruppu Kosumalli Recipe (Spiced Lentil Salad Recipe)

Pasi Paruppu Kosumalli Recipe (Spiced Lentil Salad Recipe)

Vegetarian45 min
Paal Kesari Recipe - South Indian Style Milk Kesari

Paal Kesari Recipe - South Indian Style Milk Kesari

Vegetarian35 min
Capsicum Masala Poriyal (Recipe in Hindi)

Capsicum Masala Poriyal (Recipe in Hindi)

Vegetarian63 min
Stem Lettuce Tamarind Broth Recipe - Surri left behind by Amarnath Greens

Stem Lettuce Tamarind Broth Recipe - Surri left behind by Amarnath Greens

Diabetic Friendly30 min
Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe - Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe

Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe - Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe

Vegetarian440 min
Cauliflower Thoran Recipe (Kerala Style Cauliflower)

Cauliflower Thoran Recipe (Kerala Style Cauliflower)

Vegetarian20 min
Soya Chunks Masala in Coconut Milk Recipe

Soya Chunks Masala in Coconut Milk Recipe

High Protein Vegetarian40 min
Drumstick Leaves Sabzi With Crushed Peanuts Recipe

Drumstick Leaves Sabzi With Crushed Peanuts Recipe

Vegetarian30 min
Egg Sholay Kebab Recipe

Egg Sholay Kebab Recipe

Eggetarian25 min
Baked Fish In Coconut Milk Recipe

Baked Fish In Coconut Milk Recipe

High Protein Vegetarian90 min
Drumstick Spinach Juice Recipe

Drumstick Spinach Juice Recipe

Vegetarian35 min
Foxtail Millet Pongal Recipe

Foxtail Millet Pongal Recipe

Vegetarian105 min
Horsegram Chutney (Recipe In Hindi)

Horsegram Chutney (Recipe In Hindi)

Vegetarian15 min
Doddapatre Soppina Chitranna Recipe (Spiced Indian Thyme Rice)

Doddapatre Soppina Chitranna Recipe (Spiced Indian Thyme Rice)

Vegetarian50 min
Desiccated Coconut Coriander Chutney Recipe

Desiccated Coconut Coriander Chutney Recipe

Vegetarian10 min
Masala Dosa Recipe With Red Chutney - Masala Dosa With Red Chutney Recipe

Masala Dosa Recipe With Red Chutney - Masala Dosa With Red Chutney Recipe

Vegetarian55 min
Senai Potato Curry Recipe - Spicy Chettinad Style Yum Stir Pre

Senai Potato Curry Recipe - Spicy Chettinad Style Yum Stir Pre

Vegetarian45 min
Name Cucumber Salad Recipe - Quickcomber sausage

Name Cucumber Salad Recipe - Quickcomber sausage

High Protein Vegetarian65 min
Puli Upma Recipe - Tamarind & Reese Rao Upma

Puli Upma Recipe - Tamarind & Reese Rao Upma

Gluten Free30 min
Sorekai Majjige Huli Recipe (Bottle Gourd In Coconut Yogurt Curry Recipe)

Sorekai Majjige Huli Recipe (Bottle Gourd In Coconut Yogurt Curry Recipe)

Diabetic Friendly50 min
Potlankaya Perugu Pachhadi Recipe (Curd & Sunke Gourad Chutney)

Potlankaya Perugu Pachhadi Recipe (Curd & Sunke Gourad Chutney)

Diabetic Friendly40 min
Left Over Vadai Upma Recipe

Left Over Vadai Upma Recipe

Vegetarian15 min
Oats Ven Pongal Recipe

Oats Ven Pongal Recipe

Vegetarian40 min
Pudina Idli Recipe - Mint Flavoured Idli

Pudina Idli Recipe - Mint Flavoured Idli

Vegetarian30 min
Tulsi and Betel Leaves Rasam Recipe - Tulsi and Betel Leaves Rasam Recipe

Tulsi and Betel Leaves Rasam Recipe - Tulsi and Betel Leaves Rasam Recipe

Vegetarian40 min
Whole Wheat Flour Chakli Recipe

Whole Wheat Flour Chakli Recipe

Vegetarian70 min
Pudalangai Milagu Kootu Recipe

Pudalangai Milagu Kootu Recipe

Diabetic Friendly50 min
Coriander Semiya Recipe - Vermicelli Pulao

Coriander Semiya Recipe - Vermicelli Pulao

Vegetarian20 min

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Indian Recipes

What are the most popular South Indian recipes?
Popular South Indian recipes include Spicy Tomato Rice (Recipe), Sundakkai and Methi Leaves Sambar Recipe - Sundkai Methi Sambar Recipe, Pudina Khara Pongal Recipe (Rice and Lentils Cooked With Mint Leaves & Mild Spices). What2Eat has 665+ South Indian recipes with full instructions.
How long do South Indian recipes take to cook?
Most South Indian recipes take around 50 minutes on average. Quick dishes are ready in under 30 minutes; slow-cooked specialities may take up to 90 minutes.
Are there easy South Indian recipes for beginners?
Absolutely. Every recipe on What2Eat includes step-by-step instructions designed for home cooks of all skill levels. 17 of our South Indian recipes take 30 minutes or less.
Are there vegetarian South Indian recipes?
Yes! Filter by "Vegetarian" or "Vegan" on the Discover page to find South Indian dishes that match your diet.