By Risha Ganguly
Puthandu is a vibrant and significant celebration that marks the beginning of the Tamil calendar. Here are 8 dishes that you can add to your Puthandu meal.
Made with ash gourd, this dish is typically served with steamed rice and is a delicious way to incorporate vegetables and lentils into your diet.
This sambhar is not only delicious, but also packed with essential vitamins and minerals, making it must have.
This is a crispy and savoury snack that is made by grinding chana dal, onions, cumin and coriander seeds and then deep frying.
A raw mango delicacy, this condiment is the highlight of the menu, with its distinct spicy taste.
A tangy rice dish, raw mango rice is a seasonal delicacy made during the festival.
A traditional raw mango poriyal, this dish is best enjoyed with rice and sambar.
Neem flowers are used to make this rasam along with tamarind, which gives it a bittersweet taste.
Moong dal payasam or paruppu payasam is the perfect dessert to end your meal on a sweet note.