9 South Indian Breakfast Dishes That Are Both Healthy And Delicious

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Pongal:

Pongal is that comfort food which consists of rice, lentils, and spices like cumin and black pepper. It is a luscious and creamy breakfast topped for consumption on festive mornings.

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Vada Curry:

The combination of crunchy lentil vadas in aromatic, rich curry gives the soporific texture to the palate. This heavy dish will be an authentic flavour to try in South India.

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Appam and Stew:

For breakfast, fluffy, soft appams combined with a vegetable stew made out of coconut milk are light yet filling. A Kerala delight with just a beautiful touch of sweetness to bring in mouthwatering flavours.

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Upma:

Upma is the commonly prepared dish of all South Indians. Simple and very easy to prepare, with semolina and flavored with mustard seeds, leaves from the curry plant, and vegetables. Now such simple dishes truly have their taste.

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Akki Roti:

A crispy rice flour flatbread, akki roti is flavored with spices and vegetables. Served with coconut chutney, it's a filling, gluten-free breakfast favorite.

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Puttu and Kadala Curry:

A favorite in Kerala, puttu is steamed rice flour stuffed with a spicy black chickpea curry. It is a classic dish with a very satisfying mix of both texture and taste.

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Pesarattu Dosa:

Pesarattu dosa is made from green mung beans that pack it up with protein compared to the traditional dosa. It is crispy, nutritious, and best enjoyed with chutneys.

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Nippattu:

Creamy and spicy, nippattu packaged with peanuts and sesame seeds is a crunchy, rice-flour snack that can be enjoyed breakfast or over tea.

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Neer Dosa:

Delicate and thin, this rice crepe is light and gluten-free and can be whipped up quickly. Best enjoyed with chutneys or spicy curries as a healthy option for breakfast.

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