Simple method of Sweet Pongal recipe| Jaggery and milk give a wonderful taste|.mali cooking

jaggery

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed and has a lower glycemic index.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds are a good source of protein and can be more affordable.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy-free option.

Dry roast moong dal in a pan until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Rinse rice and moong dal together under cold water.

Combine rice, moong dal, and water in a pot; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until rice and dal are soft, about 15-20 minutes.

In a separate pan, melt ghee over medium heat.

Add cashews and raisins to ghee; sauté until golden, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in jaggery until dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.

Add the cooked rice and dal mixture to the jaggery mixture; combine well.

Add cardamom and grated coconut; mix thoroughly.

Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring gently.

Serve warm, garnished with extra ghee and nuts.

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