Paruppu Thogayal / Lentil Chutney In 10 minutes.

A perfect compliment to Molagu Kozhambu is paruppu thogayal. Lentils are roasted and ground into thick chutney and it is popularly known as paruppu thogayal. It is usually mixed with rice to include protein into the diet. Sometimes, it is also used as a chutney for dosai. To me it tastes great with curd/yogurt rice. A must have with molagu kozhambu. A few weeks ago I had blogged about Molagu kozhambu and forgot to post the paruppu thogayal. Thanks to Sowmya for reminding me to post the thogayal.

Gadgets:

Heavy bottom Wok
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Blender
Bowl
Spatula

Ingredients:

Thoor dal - 1 1/2 cups
Dry Red Chillies - 3
Salt
Coconut - 3 tbsp
Water - enough to soak the dal in mixer and 1/2 to 1 cup extra.( Depends on the dal quality used)
Oil - 2 tsp
Asafoetida Powder - a few shakes

Preparation:

1. Heat the wok with some oil. Add asafetida and red chillies. Allow it to blend in the oil for a few seconds.

2. Add thoor dal and roast it until it turns golden. Remove from flame cool and transfer this to a blender along with water, salt and coconut. Grind to a thick paste.

3. Serve with molagu kozhambu.