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)
Vegetarian15 min

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)
High Protein Vegetarian30 min

Spicy Seafood Stew Casserole With Tomatoes And Lime Recipe
Non Vegeterian65 min

Ragi Semiya Upma Recipe - Ragi Millet Vermicelli Breakfast
High Protein Vegetarian50 min

South Indian Onion Chutney Recipe - South Indian Onion Chutney (Recipe)
Vegetarian40 min

South Indian Style Murungakkai Poriyal Recipe - Drumstick Stir Fry
Vegetarian45 min

Thengai Sadam Recipe (A Quick and Healthy Coconut Rice)
Vegetarian60 min

Spicy Crunchy Masala Idli Recipe
Vegetarian30 min

Cauliflower Leaves Chutney (Recipe in Hindi)
Vegetarian25 min
Peerkangai Thogayal Recipe (Ridge Gourd Peel Chutney)
Vegetarian25 min

Beetroot Sambar Recipe
High Protein Vegetarian55 min
Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
Vegetarian40 min

Muttaikose Poriyal Recipe - Cabbage Stir fry With Coconut
No Onion No Garlic (Sattvic)45 min

Kobari Charu recipe - Kobbari Charu Recipe
High Protein Vegetarian50 min

Togari Bell Thove Recipe - Tour Dal Juice
High Protein Vegetarian35 min

Ragi Masala Roti Recipe
Diabetic Friendly40 min

White Vegetable Kurma Recipe With Coconut & Cashew
Vegetarian30 min

One Pot Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe - One Pot Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe
Non Vegeterian40 min

Waffle Broth Recipe - Puppet's Yamarinta Crovy
Vegetarian25 min

Pasi Paruppu Kosumalli Recipe (Spiced Lentil Salad Recipe)
Vegetarian45 min

Paal Kesari Recipe - South Indian Style Milk Kesari
Vegetarian35 min

Capsicum Masala Poriyal (Recipe in Hindi)
Vegetarian63 min

Stem Lettuce Tamarind Broth Recipe - Surri left behind by Amarnath Greens
Diabetic Friendly30 min

Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe - Green Moong Dal Sundal Recipe
Vegetarian440 min
Cauliflower Thoran Recipe (Kerala Style Cauliflower)
Vegetarian20 min

Soya Chunks Masala in Coconut Milk Recipe
High Protein Vegetarian40 min

Drumstick Leaves Sabzi With Crushed Peanuts Recipe
Vegetarian30 min

Egg Sholay Kebab Recipe
Eggetarian25 min

Baked Fish In Coconut Milk Recipe
High Protein Vegetarian90 min

Drumstick Spinach Juice Recipe
Vegetarian35 min

Foxtail Millet Pongal Recipe
Vegetarian105 min

Horsegram Chutney (Recipe In Hindi)
Vegetarian15 min

Doddapatre Soppina Chitranna Recipe (Spiced Indian Thyme Rice)
Vegetarian50 min

Desiccated Coconut Coriander Chutney Recipe
Vegetarian10 min

Masala Dosa Recipe With Red Chutney - Masala Dosa With Red Chutney Recipe
Vegetarian55 min

Senai Potato Curry Recipe - Spicy Chettinad Style Yum Stir Pre
Vegetarian45 min
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Name Cucumber Salad Recipe - Quickcomber sausage
High Protein Vegetarian65 min

Puli Upma Recipe - Tamarind & Reese Rao Upma
Gluten Free30 min

Sorekai Majjige Huli Recipe (Bottle Gourd In Coconut Yogurt Curry Recipe)
Diabetic Friendly50 min

Potlankaya Perugu Pachhadi Recipe (Curd & Sunke Gourad Chutney)
Diabetic Friendly40 min

Left Over Vadai Upma Recipe
Vegetarian15 min

Oats Ven Pongal Recipe
Vegetarian40 min

Pudina Idli Recipe - Mint Flavoured Idli
Vegetarian30 min
Tulsi and Betel Leaves Rasam Recipe - Tulsi and Betel Leaves Rasam Recipe
Vegetarian40 min

Whole Wheat Flour Chakli Recipe
Vegetarian70 min

Pudalangai Milagu Kootu Recipe
Diabetic Friendly50 min

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.