Classic Sweet Chakra Pongal

Preparación

1. 1

   Dry roast the split yellow moong dal in a pan over medium heat until it turns golden and aromatic. Set aside.

2. 2

   Wash the raw rice and roasted moong dal together thoroughly.

3. 3

   In a pressure cooker, add the washed rice and dal mixture along with

4. 4

   5 cups of water. Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles or until soft and mushy.

5. 5

   While the rice and dal are cooking, melt the jaggery in a small pan with 2-3 tablespoons of water. Strain to remove impurities and set aside.

6. 6

   Once the pressure releases, open the cooker and mash the cooked rice and dal mixture lightly.

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   Pour the strained jaggery syrup into the cooked rice-dal mixture. Mix well and cook on low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and the jaggery blends in.

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   Add the cardamom powder and mix well.

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