Millet Pongal Recipe

Name: Millet Pongal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: South Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup foxtail millet; 1/2 cup moong dal; 2 tbsp cold pressed groundnut oil; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp black pepper (crushed); 1 inch ginger (grated); 8-10 curry leaves; 2 green chillies (slit); 8-10 cashews; Salt to taste; 3 cups water

Ingredients

1 cup foxtail millet Shop Orggu Foxtail Millet
½ cup moong dal
2 tbsp cold pressed groundnut oil Shop Orggu Groundnut Oil
1 tsp cumin seeds Shop Orggu Cumin Seeds
1 tsp black pepper (crushed) Shop Orggu Black Pepper
1 inch ginger (grated)
8-10 curry leaves
2 green chillies (slit)
8-10 cashews Shop Orggu Cashews
Salt to taste
3 cups water

How to Make Millet Pongal

1

Wash and soak foxtail millet and moong dal together for 15 minutes. Drain.

2

Heat cold pressed groundnut oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds, black pepper, and let them splutter.

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3

Add grated ginger, curry leaves, green chillies, and cashews. Sauté for 1 minute until cashews turn golden.

4

Add the soaked millet and moong dal. Stir well for 2 minutes.

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5

Add 3 cups water and salt. Mix well.

6

Pressure cook for 3 whistles on medium flame.

7

Let the pressure release naturally. Open, mash gently, and mix. Serve hot with coconut chutney.

Pro Tips

Use 1:3 ratio (millet:water) for creamy consistency.
Add a pinch of asafoetida for better digestion.
Replace foxtail millet with little millet or kodo millet for variety.

Nutrition Information

Per Serving

295 Calories

12g Protein

7g Fiber

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Full Nutrition

Calories	295 kcal
Protein	12g
Fiber	7g
Carbohydrates	42g
Fat	9g
Iron	3.2mg
Calcium	31mg

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Did You Know?

Foxtail millet has 8x more fiber than white rice and is one of the oldest cultivated grains in India, grown for over 5000 years!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which millet is best for pongal?

Foxtail millet works best due to its soft texture. Little millet and kodo millet are also excellent alternatives.

Can I make millet pongal in a pressure cooker?

Yes! Pressure cooking for 3 whistles gives the perfect creamy consistency.

Is millet pongal good for diabetes?

Yes, millets have a low glycemic index (GI 54-68) compared to white rice (GI 73). Millet pongal is an excellent diabetic-friendly breakfast.

How to store leftover millet pongal?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat with a splash of water.