An idli is a traditional, savory steamed cake that serves as a staple breakfast food across South India and is popular throughout the entire country.

Sambar vada is a crispy, doughnut-shaped lentil fritters soaked in a hot, tangy, and spicy vegetable lentil stew. • The Vada: Made from soaked and ground black gram (urad dal), shaped like a little doughnut. • The Sambar: A hot, flavorful broth prepared with split pigeon peas (toor dal), tamarind, vegetables, and aromatic spices. • The Assembly: Fresh, hot vadas are submerged in a bowl of warm sambar so they absorb the savory liquid, turning soft and juicy on the inside.

Daliya khichdi is a wholesome, savory Indian porridge made by cooking cracked wheat (dalia) and split yellow lentils (moong dal) with mixed vegetables and mild spices