Easy Ven Pongal Recipe - Perfect Breakfast in under 20 minutes #shorts #breakfast #trending

ghee

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being a healthier fat.

moong dal

🥗Healthier: red lentils

💰Cheaper: yellow split peas

Red lentils cook faster and are often less expensive.

cashews

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Peanuts provide a similar crunch at a lower cost.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: black pepper

White pepper offers a milder flavor, suitable for those sensitive to spice.

Dry roast moong dal in a pan over low heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Rinse rice and moong dal under cold water until water runs clear.

Combine rice, roasted moong dal, and water in a pot; bring to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice and dal are soft, about 20 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat ghee over medium heat until shimmering.

Add cumin seeds, black pepper, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in curry leaves and cashews; cook until cashews are golden, about 2-3 minutes.

Pour tempered mixture over cooked rice and dal; season with salt.

Gently mix until well combined, being careful not to mash the grains.

Serve hot, garnished with additional ghee if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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