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Millet Pongal

Millet Pongal is a comforting South Indian dish made with millet and lentils, seasoned with cumin and ginger. It is a wholesome and nutritious meal, perfect for any time of the day.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 20 min
Servings: 2
March 26, 2026

Instructions

Instructions

  1. Rinse the millet and moong dal together under running water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pressure cooker, add the rinsed millet, moong dal, water, and salt. Close the lid and cook for 3 whistles on medium heat.
  3. Once the pressure releases, open the lid and stir the mixture to combine.
  4. In a small pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  5. Add cumin seeds, curry leaves, and chopped ginger to the oil. Sauté for a minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour the tempering over the cooked millet and dal mixture. Mix well.
  7. Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar if desired.

Tips

  • You can adjust the water quantity for a thicker or thinner consistency.
  • Add vegetables like carrots or peas for extra nutrition.
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