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South Indian Tamil · India

Pongal with Mustard Seeds and Peas

A South Indian rice dish with mustard seeds, peas, and aromatic spices.

30 minutes4 servings
Pongal with Mustard Seeds and Peas
Photo: Sapphiredaze1986 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Rinse rice and peas thoroughly under running water.
  2. In a pot, heat oil and add mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
  3. Add onions, green chili, and cumin seeds. Cook until onions turn golden.
  4. Add rice, peas, turmeric, and salt. Pour water and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

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