Yummy Delicacies of Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu, the southern most state of India hasNadu consists of dishes like Sadhams( flavoured
a rich variety of yummy delicacies. These relishingsteam rice), Sambar, Rasam, Katti Paruppu (Dal
cuisines will not only satisfy tasting buds but alsoFry), Thenkai (coconut chutney), Pappar, Pickle
fulfill one's appetite.etc.
This land of Dravidian culture is a paradise forApart from these vegetarian recepies, Tamil Nadu
veggies. It has wide range of lip-smackingalso has numerous delicacies to satisfy the taste
vegetarian cuisines which showcases the culinaryof non-vegetarian people. A non-vegetarian lunch
brilliance of people of Tamil Nadu. Tamilians lovesconsists of dishes cooked with fish, chicken and
to gorge on steamed rice, which is their staplemutton. Some of the popular non-veg cuisines of
diet. Even lentils, grains and vegetables are must inthe state are Meen Columbu (fish curry), Masala
Tamil meal.Nandu (Crab) recipe, Mutton Birayani ( Goat/
Rice dishes with different flavors are an integralLamb Birayani), Mutton Kurma recepie, etc.
part of meal. This dish is known as 'Sadhams', inChettinad cuisine is a must for non-vegetarian
which various kinds of spices are used to providefood as it adds extra flavour to the non-veg
different flavour. Some forms of rice dishes aremeal.
Elumichai Sadham (Lime Rice) and coconut rice.Tamilian cuisines also includes some quick-to-make
Grated coconut, tamarind and asafeotida are verysnacks which includes Paniyaram. This snack is
common in vegetarian cuisines of the state. Theyvery common in Tamil house hold and can be
gives a tangy taste to the dishes. One importanteaten during tea time or at any special occasion.
fact about Tamil cuisines is that Garam Masala isLast but not the least, deserts or sweet dishes
generally avoided in the dishes.which serves as complimentary to the meal.
Begin with breakfast. A normal Tamil breakfastSome of the yummy sweet dishes are Laddu,
includes Idli (rice cakes), Dosa, Upma (Semolina),Semiya Payasam (Seviyan Kheer), Carrot Halwa
Pudina(mint) chutney etc. Now, its the turn ofetc.
lunch meal. A typical vegetarian meal of Tamil