Karumbu Chaaru Pongal | Sugarcane Juice Pongal
How to Make Traditional Karumbu Chaaru Pongal (Sugarcane Juice Pongal) for Pongal Festival
Pongal, the festival of harvest, is a time to honour nature’s bounty, and Karumbu Chaaru Pongal (Sugarcane Juice Pongal) is the perfect dish to celebrate it. This traditional sweet Pongal uses freshly extracted sugarcane juice, rice, and moong dal to create a dessert that’s wholesome, aromatic, and bursting with festive vibes. The rich flavours of ghee, cardamom, and roasted nuts make it a comforting treat that’s sure to bring the essence of Pongal into your home.I have prepared this pongal entirely in pressure cooker to save time , however you can cook it in traditional open pot method too , but it requires more water and constant monitoring.
Tips for a Perfect Karumbu Chaaru Pongal:
✍️Use freshly extracted sugarcane juice for authentic flavor and sweetness.
✍️Taste the sugarcane juice beforehand and add jaggery or diamond sugar candy or sugar to adjust sweetness accordingly.
✍️Short-grain rice varieties like Ponni or Sona Masuri give the perfect creamy consistency.
✍️A hint of cardamom powder and roasted cashews enhance the flavor profile.You can add a pinch of saffron or edible camphor too.
✍️Simmer the Pongal on low heat to ensure the rice absorbs all the flavors for a luscious texture.
Karumbu Chaaru Pongal is more than a festive dessert—it’s a connection to tradition, family, and the joy of celebrating the harvest. Whether it’s your first time making it or a beloved family tradition, this recipe is sure to fill your home with warmth and happiness.
Ready to make your Pongal celebration extra special? Try this Karumbu Chaaru Pongal recipe today! Share your creations with us, and don’t forget to tag us on Instagram. Let’s keep the festive spirit alive, one sweet dish at a time!Pongalo pongal🙏😃
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Ingredients
Raw rice 1/2 cup
Moong dal -1/8 cup
Sugarcane juice -2 &1/2-3 cups
Diamond sugar candy-1/4 cup (optional)
Cardamom powder-1/4 tsp
Cashews-few
Raisins-few
Ghee-1-2 tbsps
Recipe Video
Method
👉Dry roast the moong dal and raw rice for few seconds, wash well.
👉Add sugarcane juice mix well.
👉Add cardamom powder.
👉Add diamond sugar candy or jaggery or sugar if the sugarcane juice is less sweet.
👉Add another 1/2 cup water mix well.
👉Pressure cook for 4 whistles, switch off the gas and allow pressure to settle completely.
👉Mash the Pongal well and again switch on the gas allow to boil in medium flame for few minutes.
👉Add ghee fried cashews and raisins to the sugarcane Pongal and mix well.
👉Switch off the gas.
For extracting sugarcane juice:
👉Remove the outer skin of the sugarcane, cut to bite size pieces, grind along with little water and extract the juice.
👉Strain the juice and use in the Pongal.
👉Alternatively you can use store bought sugarcane juice.
Total Preparation Time-25 minutes
Serves-2-3
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