When it comes to Indian food, one of the most famous & liked recipes originate from South India. It's not just about "Idli, Dosa, Sambhar" (which we generally hear) ; it stretches beyond to the typical staple foods of South India.

Rice & Rasam form the most common daily recipes in South India, be it Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala or Tamil Nadu. Rice, as we know, is made in the form of many recipes which are quite uncommon in the northern part of India. Rasam (many of the north Indians may be hearing this word for the first time) is a soup kind of a recipe. It is generally consumed along with rice. Nutritionists say that Rasam helps in maintaining a good appetite. Recipes include Lime Rasam, Pepper Rasam, etc.

The nearness to the ocean of the southern states makes Fish another staple food of this region. At many places, fish along with steam rice form the common foodstuffs. Non-veg recipes are more famous in Andhra Pradesh; probably due to the influence of the Mughal Culture. The most liked recipes are "Halim", "Biryani" and "Kababs".

Coming to the snacks (or breakfast) recipes, we have the well known collection of Idli, Vada, Masala Dosa, Sambhar & many others. It is the spices used to make the Sambhar that add an altogether different taste. Coconut is also used extensively in making many of the recipes. A south Indian meal is incomplete without the presence of Coconut "Chutney". Pickles & papads are also a part of the meals.

Try out all these recipes. I’m sure you will like to have them again.