## Kollu Thogayal Recipe (Horsegram Chutney) (South Indian Recipes Style)
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Kollu Thogayal Recipe (Horsegram Chutney)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **South Indian Recipes Side Dish**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 5 minutes
**Cook time:** 10 minutes
**Total time:** 15 minutes
**Cuisine:** South Indian Recipes
**Course:** Side Dish
**Diet:** Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Kollu Thogayal Recipe (Horsegram Chutney):
* 3 Horse Gram Dal (Kollu/ Kulith)
* 1 tablespoon Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal)
* 1 tablespoon White Urad Dal (Split)
* 1/4 cup Fresh coconut – grated
* 2 Dry Red Chilli
* 1 teaspoon Sunflower Oil
* 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* 1 sprig Curry leaves
* Asafoetida (hing) – a pinch
* Turmeric powder (Haldi) – a pinch
* Salt – to taste
* Water – as required
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Kollu Thogayal Recipe (Horsegram Chutney):
1. firstly heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan/kadhai.
2. Add mustard seeds.
3. Once the mustard splutters add asafoetida, curry leaves, dry red chilli [broken in half], chana dal and urad dal.
4. Stir well and keep the heat on low.
5. Once the dals are roasted, add a pinch of turmeric powder and the horsegram.
6. Fry until it gives a lovely nutty aroma [keep the heat on low to avoid burning the lentils]Turn off the heat and stir in the freshly grated coconut.
7. Once cooled, grind into a thick ‘paste’ with a very little water.
8. Add salt to taste and give it a final churn in the mixer.
9. It is ready to be served.
10. Serve Kollu Thogayal along with Homemade Soft Idlis or Ghee Roast Dosa and Filter Coffee for your morning breakfast.
### Tips for the Best Kollu Thogayal Recipe (Horsegram Chutney):
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Ensure your oil is at the correct temperature before frying; too low and food absorbs oil, too high and it burns.
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