sweet pongal recipe | sakkarai pongal recipe | chakkara pongal

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 the moong dal until golden brown

wash the rice and moong dal together

add water and cook until soft

melt jaggery in a separate pan with a little water

add the melted jaggery to the cooked rice and dal mixture

stir in the milk and mix well

add ghee, cardamom powder, cashews, and raisins

cook for a few more minutes until combined

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