Pongal Khichdi

Pongal Khichdi is a comforting South Indian dish made with rice and lentils, seasoned with aromatic spices and tempered with ghee and cashews. This wholesome breakfast is not only delicious but also provides a great start to your day.

Ingredients

• Rice - 1/2 cup
• Moong dal (split yellow lentils) - 1/4 cup
• Water - 4 cups
• Ghee - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Cashews - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Curry leaves - a few
• Turmeric powder - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Rinse the rice and moong dal together under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large pot, combine the rinsed rice, moong dal, and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until both the rice and dal are soft and cooked through.
4. In a separate small pan, heat the ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
5. Add the grated ginger, black pepper, and curry leaves to the ghee. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
6. Add the cashews to the ghee mixture and fry until they turn golden brown.
7. Stir in turmeric powder and salt to the cooked rice and dal mixture. Pour the ghee and spice mixture over the khichdi and mix well.
8. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring gently to combine. Adjust salt if needed.
9. Serve hot, garnished with additional ghee if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber, promoting satiety.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals, supporting overall health.

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