Ven Pongal is a popular South Indian dish made with rice and lentils. It is a simple and delicious recipe that is often served as a breakfast or lunch option. To make Ven Pongal, you will need rice, moong dal (split yellow lentils), ghee, cumin seeds, black pepper, ginger, and cashews. The rice and lentils are cooked together until soft and then tempered with spices and cashews. It is usually served with coconut chutney and sambar.