Pongal Burger

The Pongal Burger is a delightful fusion dish that combines the traditional flavors of South Indian Pongal with a modern burger twist. This gluten-free delight features a spiced rice and lentil patty served on a crisp lettuce leaf, creating a unique and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Cooked rice - 100 grams
• Split yellow moong dal - 50 grams
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ghee (clarified butter) - 1 tablespoon
• Coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped (optional)
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Cucumber - 1, sliced
• Onion - 1 small, sliced
• Chutney (coconut or mint) - for serving

Steps

1. In a pot, cook the split yellow moong dal with 250 ml of water until soft, about 15 minutes.
2. Add the cooked rice to the pot with the dal, along with grated ginger, black pepper, cumin seeds, and salt. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Stir in chopped coriander leaves and green chili.
4. Once the mixture is cool enough to handle, form it into two patties.
5. In a skillet, heat the ghee over medium heat. Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
6. To assemble the burger, place a patty on a lettuce leaf, top with sliced tomato, cucumber, and onion. Add chutney as desired.
7. Wrap the lettuce around the filling and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from moong dal and rice.
• Low in gluten, making it suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.

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