What2Eat
Veg

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.

📖 665 recipes⚡ 16 under 30 minBiryaniDal MakhaniButter Chicken
Spicy Tomato Rice (Recipe)
South Indian Recipes

Spicy Tomato Rice (Recipe)

15 min
Ragi Semiya Upma Recipe - Ragi Millet Vermicelli Breakfast
South Indian Recipes

Ragi Semiya Upma Recipe - Ragi Millet Vermicelli Breakfast

50 min
Pudina Khara Pongal Recipe (Rice and Lentils Cooked With Mint Leaves & Mild Spices)
South Indian Recipes

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

30 min
Spicy Crunchy Masala Idli Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Spicy Crunchy Masala Idli Recipe

30 min
Cauliflower Leaves Chutney (Recipe in Hindi)
South Indian Recipes

Cauliflower Leaves Chutney (Recipe in Hindi)

25 min
South Indian Onion Chutney Recipe - South Indian Onion Chutney (Recipe)
South Indian Recipes

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

40 min
South Indian Style Murungakkai Poriyal Recipe - Drumstick Stir Fry
South Indian Recipes

South Indian Style Murungakkai Poriyal Recipe - Drumstick Stir Fry

45 min
Sundakkai and Methi Leaves Sambar Recipe - Sundkai Methi Sambar Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Sundakkai and Methi Leaves Sambar Recipe - Sundkai Methi Sambar Recipe

1h 5m
Peerkangai Thogayal Recipe (Ridge Gourd Peel Chutney)
South Indian Recipes

Peerkangai Thogayal Recipe (Ridge Gourd Peel Chutney)

25 min
Spicy Seafood Stew Casserole With Tomatoes And Lime Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Spicy Seafood Stew Casserole With Tomatoes And Lime Recipe

1h 5m
Beetroot Sambar Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Beetroot Sambar Recipe

55 min
Thengai Sadam Recipe (A Quick and Healthy Coconut Rice)
South Indian Recipes

Thengai Sadam Recipe (A Quick and Healthy Coconut Rice)

1h
Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Roasted Cauliflower Recipe

40 min
Paal Kesari Recipe - South Indian Style Milk Kesari
South Indian Recipes

Paal Kesari Recipe - South Indian Style Milk Kesari

35 min
Kobari Charu recipe - Kobbari Charu Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Kobari Charu recipe - Kobbari Charu Recipe

50 min
Waffle Broth Recipe - Puppet's Yamarinta Crovy
South Indian Recipes

Waffle Broth Recipe - Puppet's Yamarinta Crovy

25 min
Capsicum Masala Poriyal (Recipe in Hindi)
South Indian Recipes

Capsicum Masala Poriyal (Recipe in Hindi)

1h 3m
White Vegetable Kurma Recipe With Coconut & Cashew
South Indian Recipes

White Vegetable Kurma Recipe With Coconut & Cashew

30 min
Muttaikose Poriyal Recipe - Cabbage Stir fry With Coconut
South Indian Recipes

Muttaikose Poriyal Recipe - Cabbage Stir fry With Coconut

45 min
One Pot Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe - One Pot Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe
South Indian Recipes

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

40 min
Togari Bell Thove Recipe - Tour Dal Juice
South Indian Recipes

Togari Bell Thove Recipe - Tour Dal Juice

35 min
Pasi Paruppu Kosumalli Recipe (Spiced Lentil Salad Recipe)
South Indian Recipes

Pasi Paruppu Kosumalli Recipe (Spiced Lentil Salad Recipe)

45 min
Ragi Masala Roti Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Ragi Masala Roti Recipe

40 min
Stem Lettuce Tamarind Broth Recipe - Surri left behind by Amarnath Greens
South Indian Recipes

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

30 min
Fruit Pachadi Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Fruit Pachadi Recipe

20 min
Potlankaya Perugu Pachhadi Recipe (Curd & Sunke Gourad Chutney)
South Indian Recipes

Potlankaya Perugu Pachhadi Recipe (Curd & Sunke Gourad Chutney)

40 min
Tomato Curry Leaf Chutney Recipe - Tomato Curry Leaf Chutney Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Tomato Curry Leaf Chutney Recipe - Tomato Curry Leaf Chutney Recipe

40 min
Tomato Curry Leaf Chutney With No Onion No Garlic Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Tomato Curry Leaf Chutney With No Onion No Garlic Recipe

40 min
Egg Sholay Kebab Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Egg Sholay Kebab Recipe

25 min
Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe - Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe - Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe

7h 20m
Chow Chow Sambar Recipe - Chow-Chow Sambar
South Indian Recipes

Chow Chow Sambar Recipe - Chow-Chow Sambar

40 min
Kabuli Chana Sundal Recipe - Chickpea Sundal Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Kabuli Chana Sundal Recipe - Chickpea Sundal Recipe

40 min
Instant Puliodarai Powder Recipe (Puliogare / Pulihora Powder)
South Indian Recipes

Instant Puliodarai Powder Recipe (Puliogare / Pulihora Powder)

55 min
Keerai Masiyal Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Keerai Masiyal Recipe

35 min
Desiccated Coconut Coriander Chutney Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Desiccated Coconut Coriander Chutney Recipe

10 min
Tulsi and Betel Leaves Rasam Recipe - Tulsi and Betel Leaves Rasam Recipe
South Indian Recipes

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

40 min
Chana Dal Chutney Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Chana Dal Chutney Recipe

25 min
Drumstick Spinach Juice Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Drumstick Spinach Juice Recipe

35 min
Name Cucumber Salad Recipe - Quickcomber sausage
South Indian Recipes

Name Cucumber Salad Recipe - Quickcomber sausage

1h 10m
Dried Neem Flower Flavored Rice (Recipe in Hindi)
South Indian Recipes

Dried Neem Flower Flavored Rice (Recipe in Hindi)

6h 10m
Broccoli And Aloo Poriyal Recipe - South Indian Broccoli And Potato Stir Fry
South Indian Recipes

Broccoli And Aloo Poriyal Recipe - South Indian Broccoli And Potato Stir Fry

35 min
Spinach Coriander Dosa Recipe - Spinach and Coriander Dosa Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Spinach Coriander Dosa Recipe - Spinach and Coriander Dosa Recipe

55 min
Whole Wheat Flour Murukku Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Whole Wheat Flour Murukku Recipe

30 min
Left Over Vadai Upma Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Left Over Vadai Upma Recipe

15 min
Pumpkin Peas Palya Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Pumpkin Peas Palya Recipe

30 min
Masala Dosa Recipe With Red Chutney - Masala Dosa With Red Chutney Recipe
South Indian Recipes

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

55 min
Puli Upma Recipe - Tamarind & Reese Rao Upma
South Indian Recipes

Puli Upma Recipe - Tamarind & Reese Rao Upma

30 min
Cabbage Onion Vada Recipe
South Indian Recipes

Cabbage Onion Vada Recipe

3h 40m
See all 665 South Indian recipes →

Explore Related Cuisines

Punjabi Recipes

Rich, hearty North Indian classics

Mughlai Recipes

Royal Mughal flavours & slow-cooked dum

Gujarati Recipes

Vegetarian, sweet-salty & vibrant

Rajasthani Recipes

Robust, spicy & festive

Bengali Recipes

Mustard, fish & subtle spices

Frequently Asked Questions about South Indian Recipes

What are the most popular South Indian recipes?
Popular South Indian recipes include Spicy Tomato Rice (Recipe), Ragi Semiya Upma Recipe - Ragi Millet Vermicelli Breakfast, 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 58 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. 16 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.