Hearty millet (foxtail/kodo) simmered with yellow moong till soft; finished with a tiny pepper–jeera–ginger–curry leaf tadka. Blue default: low-oil, no ghee, low-sodium; naturally gluten-free. Travels well as a warm bowl.
Nutrition (est., low-oil, 200 g): ~180–260 kcal • ~28–34 g carbs • ~7–10 g protein • ~3–6 g fat
Diabetic/Blue note: Eat Often/Moderate—whole grain + lentil helps; add curd/raita or egg/chicken/paneer to reach 25–30 g protein/meal.
Weight-loss tips (Blue/Fit): Ask soupy texture, no ghee, extra pepper/ginger; pair with salad/raita.

Local Names (Transliterated): Hindi Millet Pongal; Telugu Korra/Arikelu Pongal; Tamil Saamai/Kuthiraivali Pongal; Kannada Navane Pongal.