Wash the yellow moong dal until water runs clear. Then soak the dal in 3 cups of water for at least 2 hours.

After soaking, drain off the water completely, and transfer the dal into a blender jar.

Grind the moong dal into a thick and smooth paste. Add 2-3 tablespoon of water while grinding the dal if you need to. However, do not add too much water as the mixture should be thick and not runny.

Take the moong dal paste in a large mixing bowl.

Add chopped vegetables, coriander leaves, chili paste, ginger paste, salt, ground pepper, turmeric powder, asafoetida, and a pinch of baking soda.

Mix everything well.

Take the bread slices and, using a sharp knife or kitchen scissor, trim off the crusts.

Or, if you prefer toast with crusts, you can skip this step.

Apply some butter on the bread slice and then spread the moong dal mixture.

Heat frying pan or tawa on medium heat. Grease the pan with some butter or oil and place the bread slice into a hot pan with the batter side down.

While one side is cooking, apply some butter on the top side of the bread and spread the moong dal mixture.

When the side facing down is toasted, cooked thoroughly, and golden brown, flip the slice.

Allow the other side to cook and toast as well until golden brown.

Cook the toast on medium heat for even cooking and crispiness.

Remove the moong dal toast from the pan and apply some more butter to the toast.

Cut the toast in the shape you desire.

In the same way, continue toasting the other bread slices.

Serve the Moong Dal Toast with green chutney or ketchup.

Serve the moong dal toast hot and immediately. After cooking the toast, I like to spread some more butter on the top. But it is optional.

This toast tastes well with chutney or ketchup. You can also enjoy it with your choice of dips.

If making for kids, top the toast with grated cheese and then serve.

Add more veggies of your choice if you prefer. In contrast, you can also skip veggies or add in less quantity if you like that way.

For more flavors, you can also add some herbs like dried oregano and parsley.

Adding crushed red pepper is also an option for more spiciness.

For vegan toast, skip the butter and use oil for cooking the moong dal toast.

You can also choose to apply moong dal mixture on one side of the bread slice. This way, you will get crispier toast.