Karam Dosa To Payasam: Unveiling Kadapa’s Top 7 Local Dishes

Renowned for its famous stone works, antiques, handcrafted sarees, and cotton weaves, Kadapa is a cultural hallmark of Andhra Pradesh.

The city is also a food lover’s paradise, boasting a wide range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies. The crispy and flavourful karam dosa available here is not to be missed; indulge in irresistible ghee karam dosa at the local joint Kadapa Mamakaram Dosa Centre.

Historically, Kadapa was governed by several dynasties, including the Cholas and the Nizams; these empires had a deep impact on the cuisine of the city. Rice-based dishes are consumed extensively here. Similarly, the food of Kadapa is rich in fresh produce like pulses, grains, and vegetables. Tamarind and spices also feature prominently in the authentic dishes of the city, imbuing them with extraordinary bursts of flavour.

Check out some of the most famous local delicacies of Kadapa.

An Andhra specialty, karam dosa is a savoury pancake cooked typically in ghee or oil. The dish is crafted using a local spiced mixture known as “Erra Karam,” which is a red chilli onion chutney as well as a chutney powder, locally called instant “Pappula Podi.” Generous helpings of this mixture are spread across the dosa to give the dish its signature smoky flavour. Karam dosa is usually served with coconut chutney and sambar.

Recommendations: Kadapa Mamakaram Dosa Centre

Type: Vegetarian

Cost For Two: ₹150, approx.