10 Dishes That Are A Must-Have On Pongal


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Medu Vada, made from urad dal, is one of the traditional dishes of Pongal, the main festival of South India

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Ven Pongal is a popular rice lentil dish that can be enjoyed separately for breakfast on Pongal or as a part of your lunch

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Puli Kulambu is a thick, tamarind based gravy with ladies finger, perfect for eating along with rice

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A hot, savoury vegetable, Sambar is a must to include in the Pongal menu

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Tamarind Rice is a popular South Indian recipe of a tangy, sour & spiced rice

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Rasam's warm, tangy flavour perfectly complements the festive spirit

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Avial is a thick stew of vegetables seasoned with coconut oil and curry leaves

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Made of green gram, rice and jaggery, Sakkarai Pongal is a Pongal staple

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Paruppu Payasam is a delicious sweet dessert made with coconut milk, chana dal and jaggery

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Kambu Koozh, seen as a symbol of fortune, is made of kambu or Pearl millet

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