About
Rice Pongal is a traditional South Indian dish made with rice and lentils. It is a savory dish made by cooking rice and lentils together in a pot with spices, ghee, and water. The dish is usually garnished with cashews, curry leaves, and cilantro. Rice Pongal is a popular dish in South India and is often served with sambar and chutney.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
2.8
Fats
17.9
Carbs
2.3
Fibre
0.8
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Recipe
Ingredients
rice
1 cup
moong dal
1/2 cup
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
black pepper
1 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon
ginger, finely chopped
1 teaspoon
ghee
2 tablespoons
oil
2 tablespoons
asafoetida
1 teaspoon
green chillies, finely chopped
2
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
water
2 cups
Directions
Step 1:
Wash and soak the rice and moong dal for 30 minutes.
Step 2:
Heat the ghee and oil in a pressure cooker.
Step 3:
Add the cumin seeds, black pepper, mustard seeds, ginger, and asafoetida.
Step 4:
When the spices start to crackle, add the green chillies and turmeric powder.
Step 5:
Add the soaked rice and moong dal and stir for a few minutes.
Step 6:
Add the salt and 2 cups of water.
Step 7:
Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 3 whistles.
Step 8:
Once the pressure is released, open the lid and fluff the pongal with a spoon.
Step 9:
Serve hot with chutney or sambar.
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