Little Millet Pongal
Little Millet Pongal is a nutritious and flavorful dish that reimagines the traditional South Indian comfort food with a healthy twist. Made with little millet, a gluten-free grain packed with fiber, protein, and essential minerals, this dish is both wholesome and satisfying. Cooked with moong dal (split yellow lentils) and tempered with ghee, black pepper, cumin, ginger, and curry leaves, Little Millet Pongal offers a perfect balance of taste and health. Its creamy texture and aromatic spices make it a delightful choice for breakfast or a light meal. With its low glycemic index and nutrient-dense profile, this dish not only promotes good digestion but also supports sustained energy levels, making it a fantastic option for health-conscious individuals.
- 1/2 cup samai millet / little millet
- 1/4 cup moong dal
- as per requirement Salt
- 1 1/2 cup Water
- For tempering
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seed
- 1 tsp black pepper
- leaves few Curry
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- Wash samai rice and moong dal thoroughly and transfer into the pressure cooker. Add water and salt pressure cook for 3-4 whistles in medium flame. Switch off.
- Once pressure releases, mash up rice and dal well with a laddle.
- Now get ready with the tempering items. Heat oil in a pan add the items listed under ' temper' let it splutter.
- Then add cashews in ghee fry it and transfer tempering to the pongal. Give a quick stir.