A rice dish with a unique blend of spices, tamarind, and gingelly oil, is served for festive occasions and temple 'Prasad' in Andhra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
A mildly flavored mixed rice recipe, sautéed with coconut, cashew nuts, and spices, is perfect for festive occasions and pairs well with Avial or a spicy gravy.
A lighter version of Bisi Bele Bath, is a staple in Chennai restaurants, often topped with boondi and ghee, unlike Bengaluru and Mysuru versions.
A quick and delicious mixed rice recipe uses white sesame seeds and gingelly oil for flavor, pairs well with brown rice, and is a great quick fix for leftovers.
A quick flavourful recipe made by tossing rice, onions, tomatoes, various spices, curry leaves, cumin seeds and top with lemon juice.
A perfect accompaniment to chicken or mutton gravies, often cooked with Basmati or Sona Masuri rice, seasoned with coriander and mint leaves.
A vegetarian dish in Tamil Nadu, is influenced by Mughal cuisine and preceded biryani. It uses coconut milk and marinated vegetables with spices for a rich flavor.