Kootu and curry are the essential sidedishes in a South Indian menu.     There are various ways in which these could be prepared.    Just the basic methods are given here.

        Kootu Varieties :
         Poricha kootu
            Puli kootu
            Avial(gravy made from curds/yoghurt)

       Curry Varieties
         Basic curry with coconut
         Spicy curry without coconut
 
           Pachidi Varieties(Similar to Raitha)
                Coriander/Cilantro
                Tomato/Onion
                Mango
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