Pongal is a popular rice dish in Tamil Nadu, other South Indian states, and Tamil-speaking areas of Sri Lanka. Pongal is unique to Tamil cuisine, pong means " boil over" or "spill over". It is the most simplest and easiest breakfast recipe.

Ingredients
½ cup raw rice
¼ cup moong dal
3 cups Water
Salt to taste
1 1/2 tbsp ghee
1½ tsp oil for tempering
Pinch of hing powder
Few Curry leaves
1 inch ginger, chopped
Black pepper
Cumin seeds
4 to 5 cashews, roughly chopped

Tips While you Cook:
Amount of water will depend on rice used. If using old variety of rice, use more water. For New rice, use lesser quantity. For Pongal, rice should be well cooked till mashed.

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