Mankattiya Thuvaram Paruppu” (மண்கட்டிய துவரம் பருப்பு) in Tamil translates to “Soil-Packed Toor Dal”. It refers to a traditional method of processing toor dal (also known as pigeon pea) where the harvested dal is mixed with red soil , keep it moistured for over night , so that the dal will sprout inside and then dried naturally in sunlight next day.

This method, common in South India, is believed to enhance the nutritional value and flavor of the dal. This method enhances the mineral and protein content of the Toor dal and gives rich taste & flavors.