Kolam South Indian Restaurant - Upper Tooting

Perfect for two people.

Bhajis are typical snacks cooked to welcome guests. It is made from a choice of vegetables, fried in spicy gram flour batter, and is served with fresh coconut chutney.

Vadai is usually served on special occasions. They are deep-fried spiced doughnuts made from blackgram flour, ginger, onions, and curry leaves, served with fresh coconut chutney.

Dosai is a favourite Southern Indian dish, which is usually served in breakfast or dinner. It is a rice flour pancake served with coconut chutney and a spicy lentil curry called ‘sambhar’.

Uttapam is a thick pancake made from rice flour, similar to a dosai, covered with a choice of vegetable toppings and served with sambar and chutney.

These curry dishes are selected vegetables cooked in medium strength sauces to a Tanjore recipe that goes well with rice or roti.

Semi-dry, stir-fried curries cooked with selected vegetables, spices, and garnished with coconut and black mustard seeds.

Biryani is a spicy but medium strength dish made from basmati rice, cooked with meat or vegetables, and served with raita. The main spice used is ‘garam masala’ - a combination of ground bay leaves, cardamon, and cinnamon sticks.

Shredded vegetables stir-fried in a dry style, cooked with onions, black mustard seeds, coconut flakes, and mild spice. Ideal side dish for sharing.

Masala curry is a Southern Indian meat dish cooked in a mild to medium strength sauce with spiced potatoes and peas.

A typical Southern Indian meat dish cooked in a hot spicy sauce, to enhance the chilli and cumin strength in the curry, and reducing the level of coriander spice.

Kurma is a mild curry dish made with coconut milk, cumin, coriander, and negligible chilli spices. A good choice for children or those who do not like the heat!

Our speciality meat dishes are cooked by our experienced chef. His dishes are inspired by recipes learned from his mother in Tanjore, South India and are delivered to suit any taste bud!