9 Lesser Known South Indian Dishes You Must Try

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1. Gojju Avalakki:

Gojju Avalakki is made with beaten rice, spices, tamarind, and vegetables. This dish has a tangy and savoury taste and is perfect for a light meal.

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2. Sakinalu:

Sakinalu is a crunchy snack that's traditionally made in Andhra Pradesh. This deep fried and spiral snack is made using rice flour and sesame seeds.

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3. Chemmeen Manga Curry:

Chemmeen Manga Curry is a dish that's made traditionally In Kerala. This dish is made with prawns, raw mangoes, and a coconut based gravy.

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4. Kori Gassi:

Kori Gassi is a chicken curry from Mangalore. This aromatic curry consists of a spicy coconut based gravy and rich spices.

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5. Achappam:

Achappam is made using a rice flour batter. It's sweet, crunchy and is enjoyed during festivities.

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6. Beetroot Poriyal:

Beetroot Poriyal is made with grated beetroot that's seasoned with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and spices. This South Indian dish is extremely nutritious and flavourful.

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7. Kothu Parotta:

Kothu Parotta is South India's street food. It's made by chopping and stir frying parotta with vegetables, meat, or egg along with spices. It creates a flavourful and savoury dish.

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8. Kola Urundai:

Kola Urundai is made of spiced and minced meat. It's shaped into balls and deep fried for perfection. It's usually served with rice or curry.

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9. Kuzhi Paniyaram:

Kuzhi Paniyaram is made from fermented rice and lentil batter. It's crispy from the outside and soft from the inside. This South Indian snack is served with chutney.

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