Onam Recipes

Our Onam food section contains a variety of traditional Onam recipes. Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala. Celebrate Onam along with some delicious food. Try our easy to cook recipes for Onam.
Banana Chips
You might have eaten hundreds of bananas, but have you tried this one? These chopped slices of the fruit fried in oil, is the perfect snack to have with a cup of tea.

• Veg.   • Average    Rating: 8.6 / 10 (66 votes)
Uttapam
Tagged as the "Indian Pizza", this favored breakfast item in South India is easy to make and is made better by its aromatic presence and tangy mixture of ingredients that leaves all stuffing themselves first thing in the morning.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 9.3 / 10 (60 votes)
Capsicum Masala Curry
Capsicum Masala Curry is a very popular and savory Andhra delicacy. Learn how to make/prepare Capsicum Masala Curry by following this easy recipe.

• Veg.   • Average    Rating: 8.8 / 10 (26 votes)
Idli

Idlies are the most popular South Indian breakfast, which is had with chutney and sambar. Since the idlies are steamed, it is extreamly healthy and a popular  choice for all fitness consious people out there.


• Veg.   • Average    Rating: 9.2 / 10 (64 votes)
Appam
Wondering what to do with the leftover dosa batter? Why not try making Appam? Apart from a change in taste, it is also easy to make.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 9.2 / 10 (27 votes)
Bisi Bele Bhath
A classic dish from the state of Karnataka made to a combination of rice, tur dal and assorted vegetables, the scent of this piquant dish allures takers at all parts of the day.

• Veg.   • Average    Rating: 6.1 / 10 (73 votes)
Allepey Fish Curry
Allepey Fish Curry is a delicious and popular dish in Kerala. Learn how to make/prepare Allepey Fish Curry by following this easy recipe.

• Non Veg.   • Average    Rating: 6.7 / 10 (3 votes)
Aloo Bhaji
Aloo Bhaji is a very popular recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Alu Bhaji by following this easy recipe.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 10.0 / 10 (2 votes)
Rava Dosa
Dosa, as we all know is one of the most famous and healthy breakfast options in India. It originated from South and with time it has reached nooks and corners of the country. Dosa is usually made with rice batter and black lentils but there is a variation of dosa which is made with semolina (rava/sooji). It is not that tough to make if you are a pro at making dosa.

• Veg.   • Average    Rating: 8.5 / 10 (22 votes)
Ada Pradhaman
The Ada Pradhaman is a sweet dish from the land of God's own country, Kerela. The traditional dessert prepared with rice ada and jaggery is popular during the festivities of Onam and Vishu.

• Veg.   • Average    Rating: 8.7 / 10 (23 votes)
Banana Halwa
Cooking cannot get easier than this. All you need is bananas, ghee, cardamom and sugar! This dessert is more known in Kerala than other parts of the country and it is a must during Onam. This sweet dish will hardly consume your energy or time as it can be prepared within minutes. You can enrich its taste by adding almond and cashew nut garnishing.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 9.0 / 10 (17 votes)
Avial
Aviyal is a classic Kerala recipe. It is a delightful mix of all kinds of vegetables in yoghurt & grated coconut and is seasoned with coconut oil. The concoction of flavors of all the vegetables takes the cake.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 8.0 / 10 (17 votes)
Beans Poriyal
Chopped French beans and freshly grated coconut, sounds delicious right? Then you must try the South Indian delicacy Beans Poriyal which is made during the festive occasions of Onam.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 8.4 / 10 (8 votes)
Aravana Payasam
Aravana Payasam is a very famous recipe. Learn how to make Aravana Payasam by following this easy recipe.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 9.7 / 10 (3 votes)
Malabari Fish Curry
This traditional Kerala spicy fish curry dish will entice you just by its aroma. Delving into this dish is worth every minute.

• Non Veg.   • Average    Rating: 8.3 / 10 (6 votes)
Beetroot Pachadi
Beetroot Pachadi is a is yummy and an extremely amazing looking dish. It is made by adding beetroot to curd and is generally eaten as a side dish increasing the taste value of every dish.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 9.6 / 10 (8 votes)
Rava Payasam
While people in few parts of India call it 'Kheer', a few others call it 'Payasam'. This dessert, rich in milk and dry fruits is quite simple to make and simply irresistible.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 8.5 / 10 (4 votes)
Carrot Pachadi
Carrot Pachadi is a very popular recipe of South India. Learn how to make/prepare Carrot Pachadi by following this easy recipe.

• Veg.   • Easy   
Carrot Thayir pachadi
Carrot Thayir pachadi is a refreshing Chettinad recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Carrot Thayirpachadi by following this easy recipe.

• Veg.   • Average    Rating: 5.5 / 10 (2 votes)
Chicken Curry In Coconut Milk
Chicken Curry In Coconut Milk is a very popular recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Chicken Curry In Coconut Milk by following this easy recipe.

• Non Veg.   • Easy   
Puliyogare Mix
Puliyogare Mix is an Andhra speciality, used as a condiment with many recipes. Learn how to make/prepare Puliyogare Mix by following this easy recipe.

• Veg.   • Average    Rating: 10.0 / 10 (2 votes)
Chakka Payasam
Chakka Payasam is a very popular Kerala recipe. Learn how to make/prepare Chakka Payasam by following this easy recipe.

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Keerai Koottu
Spinach contains huge health benefits but if your child does not like to eat greens then keerai kootu is one of the easiest ways to make them eat it and also love it. Keerai kootu is made with finely chopped spinach cooked with moong dal and spices. So, this is a must try to give your family a healthy tasty meal, and be sure that your family members will gorge on this.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 10.0 / 10 (3 votes)
Potato Stew
A perfect option for a cold day, this south Indian version of stew is a pot of nutrition and yumminess. To have a healthy stomach yet a content one, nothing betters this dish.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 6.5 / 10 (2 votes)
Avalakki Cutlet
Avalakki Cutlet are delicious cutlets, made with flattened rice (poha). Learn how to make/prepare Avalakki Cutlet by following this easy recipe.

• Veg.   • Easy    Rating: 8.0 / 10 (3 votes)

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