7 Top Dishes Served in Onasadya

Sambar

A spicy, tangy lentil-based stew with vegetables, often the centerpiece of the Onasadya meal.

Avial

A mixed vegetable curry cooked with coconut, yogurt, and spices, offering a rich and flavorful side dish.

Thoran

A dry vegetable stir-fry made with grated coconut and spices, adding a crunchy texture to the meal.

Olan

A mild and creamy dish made with ash gourd, coconut milk, and black-eyed peas, providing a delicate flavor.

Kalan

A curry made from yogurt, raw bananas, and spices, which complements the other dishes with its tangy taste.

Puli Inji

A sweet and tangy ginger tamarind chutney that balances the flavors of the meal and aids in digestion.

Payasam

A traditional dessert made with rice, vermicelli, or lentils, cooked in milk and sweetened with jaggery or sugar, often garnished with nuts and raisins.