These traditional Pongal dishes showcase the diversity of flavors and textures in South Indian cuisine, making the festival celebration a culinary delight.
Pongal is a traditional harvest celebration observed in South India, mainly in the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. In northern India, the celebration is known as Makar Sankranti.
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Pongal 2021: Top 5 Mouth Savouring Dishes You Must Try
We bring you 5 most popular dishes which you must serve on the occasion: Food | News18.com | January 14, 2021, 12:18 pm
1/ 6 India is a country of festivals and celebrations. Every festival celebrated here has its own importance and uniqueness. As agriculture is the backbone of India therefore festivals related to the harvest season is of utmost importance to the people living here. Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated with much pomp and vigour in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu. Through this festival, people worship and thank the Sun (Surya) for providing nourishment to the crops throughout the year. Like any other occasion, Pongal also has its own wide range of traditional delicacies. We bring you 5 most popular dishes which you must serve on the occasion: