5 Comfortable South Indian Recipes That'll Soothe Your Soul Instantly

The very idea of comfort food reminds us of South Indian dishes. They are flavourful, soothing and light on stomach. From dosa to idli and upma - there are multiple dishes that make a popular choice among many across India. Wonder why? It is because besides being soothing, each of these recipes are easy to make and can be enjoyed anytime of the day. In fact, it won't be an exaggeration to say that each of these dishes are comforting to the core.

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Thin and crispy crepe, with potato filling inside, dosa defines comfort for many of us. It is usually served with chutney and sambar to make for a wholesome meal in just no time.

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The very next dish that we can think of is idli. Soft and fluffy rice cake, prepared using no oil, idli is healthy to the core. It is also served with chutney and sambar and makes for a perfect dish for breakfast.

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Sambar is probably the most important dish in a South Indian cuisine. It is easy to make and can be served with idli, dosa, vada and more. One such great pair is rice and sambar. Much like dal-chawal, it is comforting and fulfilling to the core.

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Another fulfilling meal option, curd rice includes all things healthy and soothing. It is easy to make and helps you put together a flavourful lunch in just no time.

A breakfast staple across India, upma finds its origin in a South Indian kitchen. Although we find various variations of the humble upma, here we bring the classic recipe that you can prepare with sooji, vegetable, dal and spices.