Pongal is a delicious and savoury South Indian breakfast dish made with rice and moong dal. This traditional dish is seasoned with black pepper, cumin, and ginger, giving it a comforting and aromatic flavour. Often enjoyed with coconut chutney and sambar, Pongal is a favourite for its simplicity and heartiness. It's perfect for those who love a warm and satisfying meal to start their day. If you're looking to enjoy a taste of South Indian cuisine, following the easy steps of the Pongal recipe is the perfect way to go.

• 100 gms rice
• 100 gms moong dal
• 200 gms jaggery
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1 tbsp cashews
• 1 tbsp raisins
• 1 pinch cardamom powder

• Start by rinsing 100 gms of rice and 50 gms of moong dal in water. Wash them thoroughly and then set them aside to drain.
• In a pressure cooker, add the rinsed rice and moong dal along with 500 ml of water. Secure the lid and cook it on a medium flame for about 15 minutes. Ensure the rice and dal are cooked thoroughly and become soft.
• While the rice and dal are cooking, take a separate pan and add 200 gms of jaggery and 100 ml of water. Heat the mixture on a medium flame, stirring continuously until the jaggery melts completely. Once the jaggery has dissolved, set the syrup aside.
• Once the pressure cooker has cooled down and the pressure has been released, open the lid. Use a spoon or ladle to slightly mash the cooked rice and dal mixture. This will help achieve a creamy consistency.
• Pour the prepared jaggery syrup into the pressure cooker containing the mashed rice and dal mixture. Mix everything well to ensure the jaggery is evenly distributed. Cook this mixture on low flame for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavours to blend together.
• In a small pan, heat 2 tbsp of ghee. Once the ghee is hot, add a handful of cashews and raisins. Fry them until they turn golden brown and aromatic. This should take just a couple of minutes.
• Pour the fried cashews, raisins, and a pinch of cardamom powder into the Pongal mixture. Stir well to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes, letting the flavours meld together.
• After cooking for a couple of minutes, turn off the flame. Your delicious, sweet Pongal is now ready to be served. Spoon it into serving bowls and enjoy it warm.
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