Onam in Kerala is not just a festival, it’s an emotion. It’s a time when homes are decorated with beautiful pookalam (flower carpets), families dress up in traditional attire, and everyone comes together to share joy, stories, and food. At the center of it all is the Onam Sadya - a lavish vegetarian feast served on a banana leaf.

Traditionally, a Sadya has over 20 dishes, but even if you can’t make them all, a few signature items can still bring the magic of Onam to your dining table. Here are 5 must-have dishes for your Onam Sadya and the ideal cookware from Bhalaria’s Triply Collection that helps you prepare them with ease.

1. Sambar – The Soul of Sadya

A Sadya without sambar is unimaginable. This tangy and spicy lentil curry, packed with vegetables, brings a comforting balance of flavors to the meal. It’s the dish that ties all other items together.

Cookware Match: Bhalaria Triply Tope

• Its deep base makes it perfect for boiling dal and vegetables in one go.
• The triply technology ensures even heat distribution, so your sambar simmers to perfection without sticking to the bottom.

2. Avial – The King of Mixed Vegetables

Colorful, nutritious, and rich in coconut and curd, avial is one of the most celebrated dishes of Kerala. It’s a hearty medley of seasonal vegetables that reflects the abundance of the harvest season.

Cookware Match: Bhalaria Triply Kadai

• Spacious enough to hold a variety of vegetables.
• Non-reactive stainless steel keeps the natural flavor of coconut intact.
• Ideal for the slow, gentle cooking that avial demands.

3. Olan – A Gentle Comfort Dish

Unlike the bold flavors of sambar, olan is subtle and soothing. Made with ash gourd and cowpeas simmered in coconut milk, it’s a dish that balances the richness of the Sadya and is loved for its simplicity.

Cookware Match: Bhalaria Triply Saucepan

• Perfect for slow cooking dishes with delicate coconut milk.
• Prevents curdling and ensures the mild flavors stay intact.

4. Thoran – The Crunchy Sidekick

Thoran is a dry dish, usually made with beans, cabbage, or carrots sautéed with grated coconut. It adds freshness, crunch, and color to the feast while balancing the heavier curries.

Cookware Match: Bhalaria Triply Frypan

• Excellent for quick stir-fries with just a drizzle of oil.
• Helps retain the crunch and natural color of the vegetables.

5. Payasam – The Sweet Finale

No celebration is complete without dessert, and Onam’s sweet crown jewel is payasam. Whether made with vermicelli, rice, or jaggery, payasam is the dish everyone eagerly waits for at the end of the Sadya.

Cookware Match: Bhalaria Triply Tope (Large)

• Perfect for slow-cooking milk, rice, and jaggery to achieve that creamy, rich texture.
• The triply layer prevents burning, so your payasam comes out silky smooth every time.

Bringing It All Together

Onam is about more than food—it’s about traditions that bring families together. Preparing a Sadya may seem like a big task, but with the right recipes and the right cookware, it becomes a joyful experience.

Bhalaria’s Triply Cookware Collection is designed for everyday Indian cooking but shines especially during festive feasts like Onam. From sambar to payasam, every dish tastes better when cooked evenly, efficiently, and without compromise.

Celebrate this Onam with love, flavors, and the joy of cooking. Explore the full Bhalaria Triply Cookware Collection to bring tradition and modern convenience together in your kitchen.