7 Most Popular Dishes In South India

Zee Media Bureau
Aug 27, 2024

Dosa

They are made by applying a batter made of fermented rice and lentils on a pan. The inside of masala dosas is filled with aloo sabzi.

Idli

Steamed rice cakes, often served with sambar and chutney.

Fish Molee

Fish Molee, also known as Fish Moolie is a specialty of Kerala and it tastes heavenly. Made in coconut milk and traditional spices, fish molee is best served with appams.

Sambhar

A spicy lentil-based vegetable stew, often served with rice, idli, or dosa.

Rasam

A spicy and sour soup made with tamarind juice, often served with rice.

Medu Vada

Medu Vada is a circular brown, doughnut-like dish that is served with chutneys.

Uttapam

Another way to describe uttapam is as a spicy and salty pancake. It is prepared by mixing and topping shredded onions, tomatoes, and green chilies with a fiery and tart batter made of fermented rice and lentils.

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