VegetarianLunchSouth India
South Indian Thengai Sadam
South Indian Thengai Sadam is a vegetarian lunch from South India. It is made with coconut, rice and curry leaves. One serving has about 350 kcal, 6 g protein, 50 g carbs and 15 g fat.
Did you know? This fragrant coconut rice is a Tamil Brahmin staple. Freshly grated coconut is sautéed with mustard seeds and chana dal. "Thengai" means coconut in Tamil - the dish uses every part (milk, flesh, and oil). Traditionally packed in banana leaves for temple offerings, the leaves impart subtle aroma. Modern versions might add cashews or peas for protein. Perfect with potato curry or mango pickle. A lunchbox favorite that stays fresh for hours without refrigeration.
Updated · nutrition is an estimate per serving
- Diet
- Vegetarian
- Course
- Lunch
- Cuisine
- South India
- Calories
- 350 kcal
- Protein
- 6 g
- Style
- Healthy
Main ingredients
Quantities depend on the cook; the videos below show the method step by step.
