I bought this ready mix with usual skepticism thinking of other similar products I tried from various home brands. My perception of these things was it will be smelly, tastes weird, salty, . . . end, I will go back to my usual cornflakes.
I followed the instructions except for pressure cooking. On stove top it took about 20 mnts on very low flame to cook to the creamy consistency of my liking.
I soaked for 10 mnts. Then on low flame cooked for 20 mnts. I kept adding warm water till the whole thing was creamy.
As the pongal was cooking, our kitchen filled with fantadtic aroma. I found myself salivating. It's been an year that I really salivated and wanted to eat. My doctor's kept encouraging me to try different foods to improve my health and appetite.
I added little salt and ghee as suggested on the pack. The simple plain looking ready to eat mix turned into a very tasty creamy pongal. Later I also felt that there is no need to add salt or ghee. I can have fresh curry or sambar or avial with this much to make it a full meal.
I bought it at Daaram outlet in Hyderabad. I recommend you to try it if it is available near you or online.
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