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This rendition of cassava in a nutritious coconut milk curry is a specialty from Kerala

A popular breakfast dish in South India, red rice aval is made of anthocyanin-rich flattened rice

Here’s a warm, soothing, and easy garlic soup recipe to make on weeknights or to fight off cold and flu.

Red rice, nutty and subtly sweet, is packed with nutrition. This dish of red rice with ginger and lemon is a staple in Kerala (where it’s also recommended for women post-pregnancy). Eat this with cooked vegetables for a complete meal.

Ragi, or finger millet, is gluten-free and known for its dietary benefits. Served warm, this drink makes for a nourishing winter breakfast.