Indian basmati rice Recipe: Ven Pongal

Indian basmati rice Recipe: Ven Pongal

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This authentic Indian basmati rice recipe with lentils is flavoured with whole spices and has a buttery texture. Serve it with your favourite Indian curry or simply veggies.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup/250mL Dainty Basmati Rice
  • 1 cup/ 250mL Yellow Lentils
  • 1 tbsp/ 15mL Ghee (clarified butter) or Butter
  • A pinch of Kosher Salt
  • 4 cups/ 1L Water
  • 2 tbsp/ 30mL Canola Oil (or butter)
  • Black Ground Pepper, as desired
  • ¼ tsp/ 5mL Cumin Seeds
  • 5 Curry Leaves (optional)
  • 1-piece Fresh Ginger (approx. 1 inch), minced or grated
  • ¼ cup/ 60mL Cashews (optional)

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