Recipes of SriVaraha Foods

Packing lunch every morning often feels like a full-blown mission. You want something tasty but not too heavy… something fresh but not too complicated… something quick but not boring. And of course, you want the box to come back empty — the ultimate satisfaction for anyone packing tiffin!

That’s exactly where SriVaraha Foods steps in like your kitchen’s best supporting actor. Their range of traditional thokkus, podis, pulikachal, and ready mixes help you create delicious, homely lunch boxes in minutes. No grinding, no roasting, no standing for long hours in front of the stove. Just simple mixes packed with authentic Tamil flavours.

Whether you're packing lunch for kids, office-goers, college students, or even travel journeys, these ideas will make your mornings calmer and your meals tastier.

Here are some super simple, super comforting lunch box ideas made using SriVaraha Foods — each one full of flavour, nutrition, and absolute convenience.

1. Tomato Thokku Rice with Veg Fry 

A Tangy Favourite Everyone Loves

If you’re craving something bright, tangy, and comforting, Tomato Thokku is the one. It transforms plain rice into a warm, flavour-packed dish within seconds.

How to Make It

• Add 2–3 spoons of Tomato Thokku to freshly cooked rice.
  
  

• Mix well with a spoon of ghee or sesame oil for that shiny, rich finish.
  
  

• Toss in roasted peanuts or cashews for a satisfying crunch.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Potato roast
  
  

• Thick curd
  
  

• Crispy papad
  
  

This combination works beautifully for kids and adults — simple, delicious, and guaranteed to disappear from the lunch box!

2. Pirandai Thokku Mixed Rice

Best for Digestion & Light Meals

Pirandai has been in Tamil kitchens for generations — known for aiding digestion, strengthening bones, and calming the stomach. SriVaraha Foods turns this medicinal ingredient into a flavourful, easy-to-use Pirandai thokku.

How to Make

• Mix the thokku with warm, fluffy rice.
  
  

• Add a drizzle of gingelly oil for aroma.
  
  

• Sprinkle roasted urad dal for a crunchy surprise.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Curd rice with a simple pickle
  
  

• Sliced cucumber for extra freshness
  
  

This is a great option for light-eaters, students, or anyone who prefers something gentle yet nutritious.

3. Garlic Thokku Stir-Fry Rice 

Bold, Spicy & Perfect for Lazy Days

If you love the punch of garlic, this Garlic thokku is your masterpiece. Within minutes, you get a dish that tastes like it took hours.

How to Make

• Heat leftover rice with a spoon of oil.
  
  

• Add 1–2 spoons of Garlic Thokku — the flavour will instantly come alive.
  
  

• Finish with chopped spring onions or curry leaves.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Omelette or soft boiled eggs
  
  

• Masala papad
  
  

This is the ultimate “lazy but tasty” recipe — quick fix, high flavour!

4. Karuveppilai (Curry Leaves) Thokku Rice 

Aromatic, Energizing & Wholesome

Curry leaves don’t just smell good — they’re packed with iron and antioxidants. SriVaraha’s Curry Leaves Thokku turns leftover rice into a nourishing, power-packed meal.

How to Make

• Mix the thokku with hot rice.
  
  

• Add a little sesame oil to balance the flavours.
  
  

• Sprinkle peanuts or roasted chana dal for crunch.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Mixed-vegetable poriyal
  
  

• A tangy lemon pickle
  
  

This is the kind of lunch that keeps you fresh through long working hours.

5. Milagu Kuzhambu Thokku 

Comfort for Rainy or Chilly Days

Pepper-based dishes warm you up instantly. With Milagu Kuzhambu Thokku, you get a soothing, spicy, aromatic meal in minutes — perfect during cough, cold, or gloomy weather.

How to Make

• Mix the thokku into hot rice.
  
  

• Add a spoonful of ghee to soften the heat.
  
  

• Optionally add fried mor milagai or curry leaves.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Potato fry
  
  

• Fresh curd
  
  

This flavourful combo also helps improve immunity and digestion — a win-win.

6. Vengaya (Onion) Thokku Rice Wraps 

Fun, Creative & Great for Kids

Wrap-style lunches are always fun and spill-free. Using Onion Thokku, you can create handheld meals perfect for school or office.

How to Make

• Mix Onion Thokku with hot rice and a little ghee.
  
  

• Spread this inside a chapati or tortilla.
  
  

• Add shredded cabbage or carrots.
  
  

• Roll into wraps.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Fruit slices
  
  

• A small cup of yogurt
  
  

Kids love this format — it feels like a treat but secretly delivers a wholesome meal.

7. Mango Thokku Mini Rice Balls

Kid-Friendly, Cute & Super Tasty

Mango Thokku brings the perfect sweet-spicy flavour balance, making it very appealing for children.

How to Make

• Mix warm rice with Mango Thokku.
  
  

• Add crushed vadams for fun texture.
  
  

• Shape into small rice balls.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Banana chips
  
  

• Buttermilk
  
  

These bite-sized balls encourage fuss-free eating and are travel-friendly too.

8. Moringa Leaves Thokku Millet Bowl 

High-Energy Meal for Health Lovers

If you want a lunch that’s satisfying, nutritious, and hearty, try this moringa leaves thokku bowl. Moringa is rich in calcium, iron, and antioxidants — great for stamina and immunity.

How to Make

• Mix cooked millet (kambu, samai, or varagu) with Moringa Leaves Thokku.
  
  

• Add steamed carrots, beans, and peas.
  
  

• Drizzle ghee if you prefer richness.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Sprouts salad
  
  

• Curd
  
  

Perfect for fitness enthusiasts, working professionals, and anyone on a clean-eating journey.

9. Pulikachal Tamarind Rice

Travel-Friendly & Always Delicious

Pulikachal is the classic lunch box hero — tangy, spicy, and packed with traditional flavours.

How to Make

• Mix the pulikachal with completely cooled rice.
  
  

• Add roasted peanuts and sesame oil.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Potato roast or yam fry
  
  

• Crispy appalam
  
  

Since it stays fresh for hours, it’s ideal for long office days, potlucks, school lunches, and even train travel.

10. Vatha Kuzhambu Mix + Hot Rice + Fryums

The 5-Minute Life Saver**

Some mornings are chaotic — you overslept, have meetings, or don’t feel like cooking. This, Vatha Kuzhambu Mix is your “emergency but tasty” option.

How to Make

• Prepare Vatha Kuzhambu using the mix — just boil with water for 2–3 minutes.
  
  

• Pour the hot kuzhambu over rice.
  
  

• Mix with ghee.
  
  

Lunch Box Pairing

• Fryums or vadams
  
  

• Beans, cabbage, or carrot poriyal
  
  

This is one of those meals that taste even better after a few hours.

Why Does SriVaraha Foods Make Lunch Packing So Easy?

• Authentic taste — just like traditional amma or paati recipes.
  
  

• No preservatives — clean, real ingredients.
  
  

• Instant mixing — saves major time during busy mornings.
  
  

• Highly versatile — suitable for rice, chapati, idli, dosa, millet, and even sandwiches.
  
  

• Travel-friendly — stays fresh for long hours.
  
  

• Budget-friendly — a small bottle lasts many meals.
  
  

When you want lunch boxes that are delicious, wholesome, and effortless, SriVaraha Foods truly becomes your best kitchen companion.

Conclusion

Lunch boxes shouldn’t be a stress factor. With Tomato Thokku, Pirandai Thokku, Garlic Thokku, Karuveppilai Thokku, Milagu Kuzhambu Thokku, Vengaya Thokku, Mango Thokku, Moringa Leaves Thokku, Pulikachal, and Vatha Kuzhambu Mix, you can prepare endless combinations of quick, flavourful meals that everyone in your family will enjoy.

Try these recipes, mix and match ingredients, and you’ll soon find your family eagerly waiting for lunchtime every single day. 🍱💛