Ridge gourd (turai) thogayal Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Heat oil in a pan and add urad dal, chana dal, and red chili. Roast until golden brown.
• STEP 2.Add ridge gourd pieces and sauté until they become soft.
• STEP 3.Allow the mixture to cool and then grind it along with tamarind, salt, and grated coconut.
• STEP 4.Heat oil in a small pan and add mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves. Once they splutter, pour it over the thogayal.
• STEP 5.Mix well and serve as a side dish or mix with rice.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to remove the seeds from the ridge gourd before using it in the thogayal.
• Adjust the amount of red chili according to your spice preference.
• You can add a pinch of asafoetida for extra flavor.
• Store the thogayal in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the ridge gourd thogayal as a side dish with rice, dosa, or idli.
• You can also mix it with hot steamed rice and ghee for a simple and delicious meal.
• Leftover thogayal can be used as a spread for sandwiches or as a dip for snacks.