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Gandhinagar Bhuna Vermicelli Pongal
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Gandhinagar Bhuna Vermicelli Pongal

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Gandhinagar cooking — Gandhinagar Bhuna Vermicelli Pongal brings a bhuna touch with a classic pongal finish. About 36 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 11 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Vermicelli1 cup

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Khara Pongal |Finally आज मुहूर्त बन गया, इसे बनाने का | 🤩 · on YouTube