Andhra Pradesh is renowned for its diverse and flavorful cuisine of mouthwatering dishes that tantalize the taste buds. The food of Andhra pradesh is characterized by its rich use of spices and unique cooking techniques. Some of the most popular dishes include:

Popular Cuisine in Andhra Pradesh

• Telugu Cuisine: The traditional Andhra Pradesh cuisine, Telugu food is a perfect blend of flavors and spices. Known for its tangy, spicy taste, Telugu cuisine features a wide variety of dishes like pulihora (tamarind rice), pappucharu (lentil soup), gongurapachadi (sorrel leaves chutney), and many more. 
• Rayalaseema Cuisine: Hailing from the Rayalaseema region of Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema cuisine is known for its spicy and aromatic flavors. Some popular dishes include mutton curry, ragi sangati (finger millet balls), gonguramamsam (mutton cooked with sorrel leaves), and kodipulusu (chicken curry).
• Coastal Cuisine: As Andhra Pradesh has a long coastline along the Bay of Bengal, seafood plays an important role in the coastal cuisine. From fish pulusu (fish curry) to prawn biryani, the coastal cuisine offers a wide range of seafood delicacies that will tantalize your taste buds.
• Hyderabadi Cuisine: Although primarily associated with the neighboring state of Telangana, Hyderabadi cuisine has a significant influence on the food culture of Andhra Pradesh as well. Known for its biryanis, haleem (meat stew), and kebabs.

Popular Dishes in Andhra Pradesh

• Biryani: Andhra-style biryani is a fragrant rice dish cooked with meat or vegetables flavoured with rich spices and herbs. The dum cooking technique locks the flavours in, resulting in a flavorful and aromatic dish.
• Gongura Pachadi: Made from the sour leaves of the sorrel plant, gongurapachadi is a tangy and spicy chutney that pairs well with rice or roti. 
• Bobbatlu/Polelu: These sweet pancakes are made with maida (all-purpose flour) dough stuffed with jaggery and cardamom-flavored lentils. 
• Royyala Iguru: Royyala Iguru is a delicious Andhra-style prawn curry that is cooked with a rich blend of spices, onions, tomatoes, and coconut milk. It is best enjoyed with steamed rice or roti.
• Gutti Vankaya: Gutti Vankaya is a popular vegetarian traditional food of Andhra Pradesh made with baby eggplants stuffed with a spicy peanut and sesame seed mixture. It is often served with hot steamed rice or roti.