Milagu Pongal, also known as Pepper Pongal, is a spicy and flavorful South Indian dish made with rice, moong dal, and black pepper. It is a popular breakfast option during the winter season. To make Milagu Pongal, you will need rice, moong dal, black pepper, cumin seeds, ginger, ghee, and cashews. The rice and lentils are cooked until soft and then tempered with spices and cashews. The addition of black pepper gives it a unique and spicy flavor.