Sweet Pongal is a beloved South Indian dish, especially prepared during festivals like Pongal and Sankranti. This Foxtail Millet Sweet Pongal replaces rice with foxtail millet, making it a healthier and more nutrient-rich version of the traditional recipe.

Cooked with channa dal, jaggery syrup, milk, and ghee-roasted dry fruits, this dish offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. It is rich in fiber and minerals, making it suitable for both festive occasions and everyday healthy indulgence.

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Ingredients

• Foxtail millet rice – 50 g
• Channa dal – 30 g
• Milk – 50 ml
• Ghee – 10 g
• Jaggery – 80 g
• Cardamom powder – 1 g
• Dry fruits – 1 g
• Water – 400 ml

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Preparation Method

1. In a saucepan, add channa dal and water. Cook for 10 minutes with a closed lid until it is half-cooked.
2. Add washed foxtail millet to the dal and cook until both become soft and well-cooked. Add more water if required.
3. In a separate pan, melt jaggery with a little water and cook for 5 minutes until it forms a syrup.
4. Add the jaggery syrup to the cooked millet and dal mixture.
5. Pour in milk and add cardamom powder. Mix well and cook for a few minutes until it reaches desired consistency.
6. In another pan, heat ghee and roast dry fruits until golden.
7. Add the roasted dry fruits to the pongal and mix gently.
8. Serve hot.

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Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot during festivals or special occasions
• Garnish with extra ghee and nuts for richness
• Ideal as dessert or sweet breakfast

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