We make paruppu thogayal using toor dal. This recipe is similar to that using yellow moong dal. Thogayal is one of the staple dishes in most South Indian homes. We mix this with hot rice or even have this as an accompaniment for curd rice too. Moong dal paruppu thogayal is a very simple recipe and can be made in just 20 minutes. After a heavy dose of festive food, I want to eat a simple food. So I made this Moong dal thogayal, rasam and Cabbage curry. Also check out my most popular thogayal recipes
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In a pan add 3 tsp oil and add the moong dalRoast the moong dal in medium-low flame.We need to roast this till golden brown.
Once it is half roasted, add the red chili, garlic, and curry leaves.Roast till the dal turns golden brown.
Switch off and transfer this to a bowl.Add little water and soak this for 15 minutes.
Drain the water, do not discard, we will use this while grinding.Add asafoetida and salt. You can add grated coconut too.Grind this into a slightly coarse paste.Add little water while grinding.This will be in thick consistency.
No need to temper mustard seeds.Serve this with hot rice smeared with ghee.Also, you can pair this with dosa or chapati too.
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