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Karnataka Recipes

Various regions in the state like Uttar Karnataka including Dharwad, Hubli and Dakshin Karnataka like Bengaluru and Mysuru have their traditional recipes. Try the authentic Black Pepper Rice or Tomato Rasam.

Here is a collection of Best Karnataka Recipes from various regions. You would love them all.

A bowl of creamy Indian Ven Pongal topped with ghee, fried cashews, cumin seeds, and curry leaves, placed on a rustic burlap mat with papad and extra curry leaves on the side.

Rice

Ven Pongal Recipe (Khara Pongal) – South Indian Temple Style

A bowl filled with coarse, golden-brown Karivepaku Podi sits on burlap, surrounded by dried red chilies and green curry leaves, with a blue cloth in the background.

Chutneys

VIndian Vegan

Karivepaku Podi Recipe (Curry Leaves Powder)

Neer dosa served on a plate.

Indian Breads

GFIndian Gluten FreeVIndian Vegan

Neer Dosa Recipe (Authentic Mangalorean Soft Rice Crepes)

Beans poriyal served in a bowl.

Veg Curries

VIndian Vegan

Beans Poriyal Recipe

Rava idli served on a plate.

Global Breakfast

Rava Idli Recipe (Semolina Idli)

Beetroot Rasam (Beetroot Saaru) is a delicious take on the classic tomato rasam made by adding beetroot puree to it (vegan, gluten-free).

Veg Curries

GFIndian Gluten FreeVIndian Vegan

Beetroot Rasam Recipe (Beetroot Saaru)

Black Pepper Rice (Milagu Sadam) is a delicious South Indian-style rice dish flavored with freshly ground black peppercorns. Here is how to make it.

Rice

VIndian Vegan

Black Pepper Rice Recipe (Milagu Sadam)

Mint Coconut Chutney is a delicious take on the classic South Indian coconut chutney where fresh mint leaves are added to it for a refreshing taste. Serve it with idli, dosa or uttapam. Here is how to make it.

Chutneys

Mint Coconut Chutney Recipe (Pudina Nariyal Chutney)

Lemon Rice (Chitranna) is a popular South Indian rice preparation where cooked rice is flavored with lime juice and a few other simple ingredients. Try my easy recipe here.

Rice

VIndian Vegan

Lemon Rice Recipe (Chitranna)

Elumichai Oorugai is an instant lemon pickle from the southern part of India. It is sweet, tangy and will definitely tickle your taste buds with its incredible taste. Here is how to make it.

Pickle Recipes

VIndian Vegan

Elumichai Oorugai

A ceramic bowl filled with flavorful Tomato Rasam, garnished with fresh cilantro, sits on a burlap mat, with more cilantro and ripe tomatoes in the background.

Veg Curries

Tomato Rasam Recipe (Thakkali Rasam)

A bowl of Curd Rice garnished with pomegranate seeds, fried red chili, curry leaves, and spices, surrounded by papad pieces, with a bowl of extra pomegranate seeds nearby on a rustic surface.

Rice

Curd Rice Recipe (Thayir Sadam)

A bowl of rajma sundal garnished with shredded coconut, green chili, and fresh coriander, served on parchment paper with a lemon wedge and herbs beside it.

Indian Snacks

VIndian Vegan

Rajma Sundal Recipe

A white bowl filled with vibrant pink Beetroot Curd Rice, garnished with curry leaves and set on a woven mat, with fresh coriander and green chilies nearby.

Rice

GFIndian Gluten Free

Beetroot Curd Rice Recipe

A brass bowl filled with golden, bite-sized Shankarpali, with a few rose petals scattered on top, placed on a rustic tray with a cloth in the background.

Indian Snacks

Shankarpali Recipe (No Fail, Crispy, Flaky)

A bowl of Paneer Ghee Roast curry with triangular paneer pieces in a rich, red, spicy gravy, garnished with fresh herbs, on a rustic surface with green chilies and cilantro nearby.

Veg Curries

GFIndian Gluten Free

Paneer Ghee Roast Recipe (Mangalore Style)

A bowl of vibrant Pudina Rice garnished with cashews and fresh mint, sits on a rustic mat with papad and green chili in the background.

Rice

GFIndian Gluten FreeVIndian Vegan

Pudina Rice Recipe (Mint Rice)

Goli Baje (Mangalore Bajji, Mangalore Bonda) are soft and spongy deep-fried fritters made using all-purpose flour, rice flour, and chickpea flour. Serve them as tea time snack with tea or coffee.

Indian Snacks

Goli Baje (Mangalore Bajji, Mangalore Bonda)

Vegetable Rava Upma (Sooji Upma, Savory Semolina Porridge) is a popular Indian breakfast dish made using fine semolina, onions, mild spices, and a few more ingredients. It is filling and nutritious and comes together in under 20 minutes. My recipe makes the best fluffy and non-sticky upma in a jiffy (vegetarian).

Indian Breakfast

Vegetable Rava Upma (Sooji Upma)

Sambar is a spicy and tangy lentil and vegetable stew that is a staple in South Indian homes. Sharing my most sought-after sambar recipe with you all in this post. Serve it with dosa, idli, uttapam, or pongal for a hearty meal (traditional pressure cooker & instant pot versions).

Dal

Sambar

Green Mango Rice is a South Indian green mango-flavored rice. This variety rice is a lovely variation of the popular lemon rice but with a tang from green mangoes. Here is how to make it.

Rice

VIndian Vegan

Raw Mango Rice (Mavinakayi Chitranna, Mamidikaya Pulihora)

Mullangi Sambar (Radish Sambar) is a traditional South Indian curry made using radish, lentils, and a few spices. You can serve it with steamed rice, idli, or dosa. Here is how to make it (vegan).

Dal

VIndian Vegan

Mullangi Sambar (Radish Sambar)

Coconut Chutney (Thengai Chutney, Nariyal Chutney) is a classic South Indian condiment that is served with dosa, idli, vada, and also as a part of a meal. Made with fresh coconut, it is one of the most versatile chutneys that pairs well with any South Indian snack or breakfast.

Chutneys

Coconut Chutney (Nariyal Chutney)

Popular in Karnataka and Maharashtra, Jowar Bhakri makes for a great roti for your everyday meals. It's healthy, filling, and most importantly, gluten-free. Here is how to make it.

Indian Breads

Jowar Bhakri

Mangalorean Chicken Sukka is a dry dish made using fresh chicken, masalas, grated fresh coconut and it is generously tempered using ghee as well as onions.

Chicken Curries

Mangalorean Chicken Sukka (Kori Sukka)

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