Top South Indian Lunch - Part 1

Discover authentic South Indian Lunch recipes. Perfect for any occasion, from everyday meals to special celebrations.

South Indian
Lunch
South Indian
Hard
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Chennai Lamb Curry

4.4
(1216 reviews)

A flavorful and aromatic South Indian lamb curry with a rich blend of spices and tender lamb.

65 min
450 cal
Non-Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (verify ingredients)
65%
70
South Indian
Medium
A-

Prawns Kuzhambu - Tangy South Indian Prawn Curry

4.0
(1430 reviews)

A flavorful South Indian prawn curry featuring tangy tamarind and creamy coconut gravy. This Prawns Kuzhambu is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for a weekend meal.

35 min
350 cal
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
60%
75
South Indian
Medium
A+

Baby Mango Pickle

4.1
(426 reviews)

A traditional South Indian pickle made with tender, small raw mangoes, red chili powder, mustard seeds, and rock salt. This Vadu Mangai Pickle is a flavorful and tangy side dish that perfectly complements curd rice.

75 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
60%
75
South Indian
Medium
A

Mulakootal (Vegetables in Coconut Gravy)

4.3
(1642 reviews)

A traditional South Indian recipe featuring mixed vegetables simmered in a creamy coconut gravy with lentils and aromatic spices.

45 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
70%
65
South Indian
Easy
A

Vendakkai Poriyal (South Indian Okra Stir Fry)

4.2
(1709 reviews)

A classic South Indian okra stir-fry (Vendakkai Poriyal) spiced with sambar powder, offering a flavorful and simple vegetable side dish.

50 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
80%
65
South Indian
Medium
C+

Ingi Mangai Sadam (Ginger Mango Rice)

4.5
(1789 reviews)

A flavorful South Indian rice dish made with raw mango, ginger, and aromatic spices. Perfect for lunch or a light meal.

40 min
450 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
65
South Indian
Medium
A-

Vepampoo Kara Kuzhambu (Dried Neem Flower Gravy)

4.0
(868 reviews)

A traditional South Indian gravy made with dried neem flowers, tamarind, and spices. This Vepampoo Kara Kuzhambu is a unique and flavorful dish.

55 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
65
South Indian
Easy
A-

Potlakaya Perugu Pachhadi (Curd & Snake Gourd Chutney)

4.2
(773 reviews)

A refreshing South Indian chutney made with snake gourd, yogurt, and coconut.

40 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
80%
65
South Indian
Medium
A-

Milagu Rasam - Village Style Pepper Rasam

4.4
(1628 reviews)

A traditional South Indian rasam featuring the pungent flavor of black pepper, offering a comforting and flavorful soup-like dish.

65 min
80 cal
Gluten-Free
Vegetarian
75%
65
South Indian
Easy
A-

Pasi Paruppu Masiyal (Green Moong Dal Curry)

4.3
(212 reviews)

A simple and flavorful South Indian curry made with green moong dal, tamarind, and a tempering of mustard seeds and spices. Perfect for a weekday lunch served with rice or roti.

40 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
65
South Indian
Medium
A

Chettinad Paruppu Urundai Kuzhambu (Steamed Lentil Balls in Tangy Curry)

4.3
(1868 reviews)

A traditional South Indian dish from the Chettinad region, featuring steamed lentil balls simmered in a flavorful and tangy tamarind-based curry. A comforting and wholesome meal, perfect with rice and other South Indian accompaniments.

40 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (check asafoetida purity)
60%
70
South Indian
Medium
C+

Chow Chow and Carrot Kootu

4.4
(1634 reviews)

A flavorful South Indian Kootu featuring chayote and carrot cooked with coconut and spices.

50 min
200 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
65
South Indian
Medium
A-

Lemon Thyme Rasam

4.2
(1741 reviews)

A flavorful and aromatic South Indian Rasam with the refreshing twist of lemon and thyme.

25 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
85%
75
South Indian
Medium
A

Amla Rasam

4.0
(1906 reviews)

A tangy and spicy South Indian soup made with amla (Indian gooseberry), tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. This rasam is known for its health benefits and unique flavor.

40 min
150 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
80%
70
South Indian
Medium
A

Karnataka Special Huli Tovve

4.1
(102 reviews)

A flavorful and comforting South Indian lentil and vegetable stew, Huli Tovve is a Karnataka specialty. This recipe features a blend of lentils, vegetables, and aromatic spices for a delicious and nutritious meal.

40 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
70%
75
South Indian
Medium
A-

Mango Curry (Mavinakayi Gojju)

4.3
(172 reviews)

A tangy and flavorful South Indian mango curry made with raw mangoes, coconut, and a blend of aromatic spices.

45 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
70
South Indian
Medium
A-

Kobbari Charu (Coconut Milk & Dal Sambar)

4.1
(1765 reviews)

A South Indian coconut milk and dal based sambar, perfect with rice or roti.

50 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (naturally)
75%
65
South Indian
Easy
A-

Mambazha Mor Kuzhambu (Ripe Mango Yogurt Curry)

4.1
(895 reviews)

A traditional South Indian yogurt-based curry featuring ripe mangoes. This Mambazha Mor Kuzhambu offers a delightful blend of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.

30 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
75%
65
South Indian
Hard
A-

Masala Vadai Kuzhambu

4.1
(323 reviews)

A South Indian delicacy featuring crispy masala vadais simmered in a spicy and tangy tamarind-based gravy. This Mudaliar-style recipe offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors, perfect with steamed rice.

95 min
450 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (ensure ingredients are gluten-free)
75%
70
South Indian
Medium
A-

Stem Lettuce Tamarind Broth

4.2
(494 reviews)

A tangy and flavorful South Indian broth featuring stem lettuce (Surri), tamarind, and aromatic spices.

30 min
150 cal
vegetarian
vegan
75%
65