Puli Pongal, also known as Tamarind Pongal, is a tangy and spicy South Indian dish made with rice, tamarind, and spices. It is a flavorful variation of the traditional Ven Pongal. To make Puli Pongal, you will need rice, moong dal, tamarind pulp, ghee, cumin seeds, black pepper, ginger, and cashews. The rice and lentils are cooked until soft and then mixed with tamarind pulp and tempered with spices and cashews. It is usually served with coconut chutney and sambar.