– Are you looking for a delicious and traditional South Indian dessert or savory dish to try at home?
– Look no further than Tamil samaiyal’s Kalkandu Sadam, Pongal, and Sugar Candy Rice recipes!
– These dishes are not only flavorful and rich in cultural heritage, but easy to make in your own kitchen.
– Whether you have a sweet tooth or a savory palate, these recipes offer something for everyone to enjoy.
Ingredients for Kalkandu Sadam:
– 1 cup of raw rice
– 1 cup of jaggery (kalkandu)
– 2 cups of water
– A pinch of cardamom powder
– 2 tablespoons of ghee
– A handful of cashews and raisins for garnish
Recipe for Kalkandu Sadam:
1. Wash and soak the raw rice for 15-20 minutes, then drain the water.
2. In a pan, bring the water to a boil and add the soaked rice.
3. Cook the rice until it is soft and fluffy, then set it aside.
4. In another pan, melt the jaggery with a little water to form a syrup.
5. Add the cooked rice to the jaggery syrup and mix well.
6. Stir in the cardamom powder and ghee, then let the mixture simmer for a few minutes.
7. In a separate pan, heat ghee and roast the cashews and raisins until golden brown, then pour them over the rice.
8. Your Kalkandu Sadam is ready to be served hot!
Ingredients for Pongal:
– 1 cup of rice
– ½ cup of split moong dal
– 4 cups of water
– A pinch of turmeric powder
– 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
– 2-3 tablespoons of ghee
– A handful of cashews and black pepper for garnish
Recipe for Pongal:
1. In a pressure cooker, add the rice, dal, water, and turmeric powder, then cook until soft.
2. In a separate pan, heat the ghee and add the cumin seeds.
3. Once the cumin seeds start to splutter, add the cooked rice and dal mixture.
4. Stir well and season with salt to taste.
5. In another pan, heat ghee and roast the cashews and black pepper until golden brown, then pour them over the Pongal.
6. Your Pongal is ready to be enjoyed with a side of coconut chutney or sambar!
These traditional Tamil samaiyal dishes are sure to bring warmth and flavor to your home. Try one or both of these recipes today and experience the richness of South Indian cuisine!