9 traditional curd-based gut-friendly South Indian dishes

Oct 11, 2024 BY: etimes.in

Must-try South Indian curd-based dishes

South Indian cuisine is known for its simple flavours which are good for gut health. The use of curd in dishes makes them rich in probiotic, calcium, protein and other nutrients that help boost overall digestive system and immune system as well. Take a look at the 9 traditional curd-based nutritious South Indian dishes that are a must try. istock

Avial with Curd

Avial refers to a mixed vegetable dish made with drumsticks, carrots, beans, and yams. All the veggies are cooked in a curd-coconut based gravy and is said to be a probiotic-rich food that aids in digestion. istock

Thayir Sadam

Also known as Curd Rice, it is the most famous South Indian curd-based dish that uses cooked rice, peanuts, and a tempering of oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and green chilli. It is topped with pomegranate seeds and cucumber. istock

Mor Kuzhambu

It is a traditional curd-based dish made with curd, coconut, and a blend of spices. It also uses vegetables like ash gourd and pumpkin. The dish is seasoned with mustard seeds, cumin, and curry leaves. instagram/asmallbitepriya

Pachadi

It is a curd-based dish that also uses grated veggies like beetroot or cucumber and a tempering of oil, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. istock

Thayir Vadai

This is a popular South Indian snack and is also called Curd Vada, which is made from deep-fried lentil dumplings soaked in spiced curd. They are then topped with grated carrots, coriander leaves, and pomegranate seeds. This high-protein dish is rich in probiotics too. istock

Majjige Huli

This curd-based dish from Karnataka is very similar to Mor Kuzhambu and is made with vegetables like cucumber, ash gourd and are cooked in a spicy curd and coconut gravy, which is topped with cumin, coriander, and mustard seeds. instagram/-thecuriousladle

Poosanikkai Mor Kootu

This dish is native to Tamil Nadu and is made with ash gourd cooked in a coconut and curd gravy, and is spiced with green chilli and is best served with steamed rice. instagram/padmabalasubramanian

Moru Curry

This dish is very similar to North Indian kadhi and is made with coconut, cumin, green chillies, curd or buttermilk and also uses veggies like ash gourd. It is good for gut health and keeps the body cool during extreme heat. instagram/givemesomeoven

Mambazha Pulissery

This dish is native to Kerala and is made with ripe mangoes cooked in a spiced curd and coconut gravy. It is rich in probiotics and is best served with steamed rice. instagram/_my_kitchen_fairytales_

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