Sadya

Sadya
Place of originIndia
Region or stateKerala
Other informationKamayan
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Traditional Kerala sadya

Sadya (Malayalam: സദ്യ, IPA: [sɐd̪jɐ]), also spelt sadhya, is a meal originating from the Southern state of Kerala in the Republic Of India. It is of cultural importance to the Malayalis, consisting of a variety of traditional vegetarian dishes and side-dishes usually served on a banana leaf as lunch. Sadya is typically served as a traditional feast for the Hindu festivals of Onam and Vishu, as well as other special occasions such as birthdays and weddings.