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Cashew-Rich Sardine Pongal
🇮🇳 Indian

Cashew-Rich Sardine Pongal

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Karad cooking — Cashew-Rich Sardine Pongal brings a cashew-rich touch with a classic pongal finish. About 43 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 23 min Cook 20 min Serves 2 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Sardines8, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak or rinse dals/grains if the dish uses them.

  2. 2

    Pressure-cook or simmer the base until soft.

  3. 3

    Prepare a tempering of ghee, cumin, garlic, and chili.

  4. 4

    Pour tempering over the cooked base.

  5. 5

    Simmer briefly to marry flavours.

  6. 6

    Mash lightly if desired; garnish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Serve with rice or roti.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

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