Indian
Indian - Biryani and Rice
Ven Pongal Pulao
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 1 cup raw rice
- • 1/2 cup moong dal
- • 4 cups water
- • 1 tsp black peppercorns
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- • 1 sprig curry leaves
- • 2 tbsp ghee
- • 1 tbsp cashews
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Dry-roast the moong dal until aromatic, then wash.
2
Phase 2
Pressure-cook the rice and dal with 4 cups of water until soft and mushy.
3
Phase 3
Mash the mixture smooth, adding salt and warm water as needed.
4
Phase 4
Heat the ghee and roast the peppercorns, cumin, ginger, curry leaves, and cashews.
5
Phase 5
Fold the tempering into the pongal and serve hot with sambar.