10 Sadhya Dishes To Feast On This Onam 2024

About SadhyaSadhya is a grand vegetarian feast that forms an integral part of the Onam festival, celebrated primarily in Kerala, India. Traditionally served on a banana leaf, this elaborate meal consists of a variety of dishes. SambarA thick, flavourful stew made from lentils, vegetables, and tamarind, sambar is seasoned with a mix of spices and curry leaves. It pairs beautifully with rice and is a staple in the Sadhya.AvialA colourful, mildly spiced dish made with mixed vegetables, coconut, and yoghurt, Avial is a signature part of the Sadhya. It is seasoned with curry leaves and coconut oil, providing a creamy and rich texture.OlanOlan is a mild and light dish made with ash gourd (white pumpkin), coconut milk, and black-eyed peas. It’s subtle and creamy, balancing the spicier dishes of the Sadhya.ThoranThoran is a dry stir-fry made with finely chopped vegetables like cabbage, carrots, or beans, mixed with grated coconut and tempered with mustard seeds and curry leaves.Kootu CurryKootu curry is a semi-dry dish made with a combination of black chickpeas and vegetables like yam or raw banana, cooked with coconut and spices. It is one of the richer and more robust dishes of the meal.ErisseryThis is a traditional curry made with pumpkin or raw banana, cooked with ground coconut and seasoned with mustard seeds and curry leaves. The toasted coconut topping adds a nice crunch and depth of flavour.PachadiPachadi is a sweet and tangy yoghurt-based dish made with vegetables like cucumber or pineapple, often seasoned with mustard seeds and coconut.Inji PuliA spicy, tangy chutney made with ginger, tamarind, and jaggery, Inji Puli is a must-have condiment. Its sharp flavours act as a palate cleanser during the feast.KaalanThis is a thick, yoghurt-based curry with raw bananas and yam, flavoured with black pepper and coconut. Kaalan has a rich and tangy flavour that complements the other dishes.PayasamThe feast ends with Payasam, a traditional dessert made from milk, jaggery, and either vermicelli, rice, or lentils. Different types of payasams, such as Ada Pradhaman and Palada Payasam, are often served.Onam Diaries: Shashi Tharoor On The 'Keralite Maha-Belly'Read Now