Sweet Pongal

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the rice and moong dal together thoroughly.

2. 2

   In a pressure cooker, add the washed rice and moong dal along with 2 cups of water.

3. 3

   Cook the mixture for about 3-4 whistles or until both rice and dal are soft and mushy.

4. 4

   In a separate pan, melt the jaggery with a little water until it dissolves completely. Strain to remove impurities.

5. 5

   Add the jaggery syrup to the cooked rice and dal mixture. Mix well and cook on low heat.

6. 6

   In another pan, heat the ghee and fry the cashew nuts and raisins until golden brown.

7. 7

   Add the fried cashew nuts, raisins, and cardamom powder to the pongal. Mix well.

8. 8

   Cook for a few more minutes until the pongal thickens to the desired consistency.

9. 9

   Serve hot as a delicious sweet treat.