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A South Indian staple, dosa is a crispy, savory crepe made from fermented rice and lentil batter.
Soft, fluffy idlis are another iconic South Indian dish made from fermented rice and black gram batter.
South Indian biryani, especially from regions like Hyderabad and Kerala, is renowned for its fragrant basmati rice cooked with marinated meat (usually chicken or mutton), aromatic spices, and fresh herbs.
Similar to dosa but thicker and softer, uttapam is a savory pancake made from the same fermented batter as dosa.
A comforting and wholesome dish, pongal is a traditional South Indian breakfast made from rice and lentils cooked together and seasoned with black pepper, cumin, and ghee (clarified butter).
Coastal regions of South India are known for their delectable fish curries made with freshly caught fish simmered in a tangy and spicy coconut-based gravy.
A popular South Indian dessert, payasam is a sweet pudding made from milk, rice, vermicelli, or lentils, sweetened with jaggery or sugar, and flavored with cardamom, saffron, and nuts.