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Sadya

Traditional dish from India

Must Try Vegetarian

About Sadya

Traditional feast in Kerala, India

Sadya or oonu, also spelt sadhya, is a meal of Kerala origin and of importance to all Malayalis, consisting of a variety of traditional vegetarian dishes usually served on a banana leaf as lunch. Sadya is typically served as a traditional feast for Onam and Vishu, along with other special occasions such as birthdays, weddings and temple festivals.

Key Ingredients

  • rice
  • sambar
  • Rasam
  • Avial
  • Kaalan
  • Olan
  • Koottukari
  • Pachadi
  • Injipuli
  • Thoran
  • achar
  • papad
  • banana chip
  • banana
  • buttermilk
  • Kichadi

Dietary Information

✓ Vegetarian friendly
✓ Must-try when visiting India
Traditional India cuisine

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