Thengai Sadam To Avial: Top 8 Famous Foods Of Kanyakumari

Formerly known as Cape Comorin, Kanyakumari is a culinary gem tucked away between the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Although Kanyakumari is geographically situated in Tamil Nadu, its cuisine incorporates elements from both states, resulting in a host of diverse and one-of-a-kind dishes.

These dishes include the iconic avial, which is a coconut and vegetable-based dish that is also famous in Kerala. Coconut as well as rice are staples of Kanyakumari cuisine, so dishes like avial are easily available throughout the district.

Drop by the Udupi International Restaurant for authentic Kanyakumari fare, including avial and other pure vegetarian delicacies.

Being located on the coast, Kanyakumari cuisine is also dominant in seafood, with fresh catch being used directly from the sea to prepare the district’s seafood specialties, which include a variation of fish curry that will be covered in detail below.

Apart from seafood, coconut, and rice, tapioca is also a fixture of Kanyakumari cuisine; it is typically enjoyed as a snack or as an accompaniment with other dishes.

Here’s a list of the top 8 famous foods of Kanyakumari.

Avial is ubiquitous throughout Kanyakumari, as it is not only easy to make at home but also serves as a comfort food. An enticing vegetarian option, the dish is prepared by cooking a plethora of vegetables with coconut and simple spices. Avial is best enjoyed as an accompaniment to rice.

As noted above, this dish is easily available throughout Kanyakumari. Specifically, the Udupi International Restaurant does offer this dish as well as a range of other local delicacies at budget-friendly prices.