Healthy Oats Masala Pongal
2021-02-20- Cuisine: Indian
- Course: Main Course
- Skill Level: Intermediate
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- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 10m
- Cook Time: 20m
- Ready In: 30m
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Nutritional Info
This information is per serving.
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Calories
382 -
Carbohydrates
51g -
Fat
9g -
Protein
15g -
Serving Size
100g
Pongal is a delicious South Indian rice and lentil dish often made in most homes. Instead of rice I used Oats to make it healthy. You can have it with Sambar or Chutney.
Ingredients
- 2 Teaspoons Butter/Ghee
- 1 Teaspoon Jeera
- 1 Teaspoon Mustard Seed
- 2 Teaspoons Chopped Garlic
- 2 Chopped Green Chilies
- 1 Chopped Onion
- 1 Chopped Tomato
- 1/2 Cup Oats
- 1/2 Cup Moong Dal
- 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Coriander Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Pepper Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Garam Masala
- Salt as per taste
- Coriander Leaves
Method
Step 1
In a pressure cooker, heat 2 tablespoons of butter or ghee.
Step 2
Add 1 teaspoon Jeera, 1 teaspoon mustard seeds, and finely chopped garlic. Sauté until the rawness goes away.
Step 3
Add 2 chopped green chilies and 1 chopped onion.
Step 4
Once the onions are translucent, add 1/2 cup of oats and 1/2 cup green moong dal. Sauté everything for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon coriander powder, 1 teaspoon pepper powder, and 1 teaspoon garam masala. Mix well.
Step 6
Add 1 tomato and 4 cups of water. Bring it to a boil and close the lid.
Step 7
Pressure cook up to 4 whistles.
Step 8
To make a smooth consistency mash a little bit with a masher.
Step 9
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.