South Indian cuisine, which might also be referred to as Southern cuisine in its own context, is known for its aromatic spices and a wide variety of vegetarian and seafood dishes. It includes the cuisines of the five states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, as well as the union territories of Pondicherry, Lakshadweep, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Common ingredients include coconut, curry leaves, tamarind, and mustard oil, with famous dishes like Hyderabadi biryani, masala dosa, and chicken 65