Instant Tummy Fillers: 10 South Indian Recipes Ready in a Jiffy

Express Semolina Pongal - A twist on traditional pongal using roasted semolina, tempered with pepper, cumin, and a hint of ghee.

Zippy Tomato Pappu - Combine lentils, tomatoes, and readymade rasam powder for a quick, comforting dal.

Ready-to-Eat Coconut Sevai - Use pre-cooked rice noodles, toss with grated coconut and a simple tempering for this delightful dish.

Mushroom Pepper Fry in a Flash - Quickly sauté mushrooms with crushed peppercorns, fennel seeds, and curry leaves for a spicy treat.

Swift Pineapple Rasam - Blend pineapple puree with rasam powder, tamarind pulp, and water, bringing to a quick boil for a tangy soup.

Instant Rava Kichadi - Sauté semolina with mixed veggies, add water and seasoning, and cook for a couple of minutes for a filling dish.

Quick and Easy Beetroot Poriyal - Microwave grated beetroot and then toss with mustard seeds, urad dal, and dried red chilies for a vibrant side.

Rapid Mango Rice - Mix tangy mango pulp with pre-cooked rice, seasoned with a mustard seed and red chili tempering.

Speedy Banana Appam - Mash ripe bananas, mix with a dash of rice flour and jaggery, and shallow fry for a sweet snack.

On-the-Go Vegetable Uthappam - Pour a thick layer of ready-made dosa batter on a pan, top with finely chopped veggies, and cook until golden.