
Summer calls for meals that are comforting but not too heavy. These underrated Indian curries focus on seasonal ingredients, subtle spices, and cooling flavours, perfect for hot days.

Aamras Curry: A sweet-tangy mango curry that captures the essence of summer with ripe seasonal flavours. (unsplash)

Alleppey Fish Curry: A coconut milk-based curry with mild spices and a hint of tang, light, fragrant, and ideal for summer meals. (wikimedia commons)

Kakdi Chi Bhaji: A refreshing cucumber based curry that’s mildly spiced and perfect for staying cool in the heat. (youtube: world of shobha)

Majjige Huli: A lesser known South Indian curry made with buttermilk and vegetables, light, tangy, and incredibly soothing. (wikimedia commons)

Mor Kuzhambu: A cooling classic made with buttermilk and spices, comforting, light, and perfect for hot afternoons. (wikimedia commons)

Suran Curry: An underrated curry with a unique texture and earthy flavour, cooked with simple spices for a balanced dish. (wikimedia commons)