Top 10 South Indian Rice Dishes That You Should Try

Komal Das Oct 26, 2024

Hyderabadi biryani is a South Indian dish consisting of basmati rice, goat, mutton, or chicken meat, lemon, yogurt, onions, and saffron

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Pulihora is a popular south Indian dish that can easily be found in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka

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Paruppu sadam is one of the most popular side dishes from Tamil Nadu, consisting of rice and dal lentils which are seasoned with various spices and herbs

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The ultimate Indian comfort food known as curd rice is one of the favorite dishes of many south Indians

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Thalassery biryani is a type of biryani that hails from the town of Thalassery in the Indian state of Kerala, located on the Malabar coast

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Bisi bele bath, translated to hot lentil rice, is an aromatic and spicy dish originating from the Indian state of Karnataka

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Thengai sadam is a traditional Indian rice dish originating from the southern parts of the country

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Pulagam is a popular Indian rice dish that is usually prepared when one is sick and feeling tired, or as an offering to God during festivals such as Sankranti

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Malabar biryani is a special style of biryani that originates from the Malabar region of India, which is located in southwestern coast of the country, Kerala

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