Vegetable Pongal Nmami Life

Ingredients

• 1 cup rice (about 185 grams)
• 1/4 cup moong dal (split yellow lentils, about 50 grams)
• 1 medium onion (about 100 grams), finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot (about 60 grams), diced
• 1/2 cup green peas (about 75 grams)
• 1-2 green chilies, slit
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
• 2 tablespoons ghee or oil (use less for a lighter version)
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
• Water (approximately 4 cups, about 960 ml)