Kollu Sundal (Horsegram Stir fry)

Preparation time : 10 minutes

Cooking time : 20 minutes

Number of serving : 4

Ingredients :

1.  Kollu/Horsegram - 1 cup

2. Onion - 1 (small finely chopped)

3.  Mustard seeds - 1/4 teaspoon

4.  Cumin seeds - 1/4 teaspoon

5. Dry red chillies - 3

6.  Asafodita powder - 1/4 teaspoon

7.  Oil for tempering - 1 teaspoon

8. Curry leaves - 1 sprig

9.  Salt - to taste

Method :

1.  Soak kollu/Horsegram overnight in water.

2.  Pressure cook the beans using the same water. After the beans are soft, drain water.

3.  Place a pan on medium flame and add a teaspoon of oil.

4. When oil becomes hot, add mustard and cumin seeds. When they crackle, add red chillies and asafodita.

5. When all the ingredients start giving out their aroma, add chopped onions and saute till they become translucent.

6.  Add cooked kollu/horse and salt. Mix thoroughly by swirling it a few times.

7. Transfer into a container and serve hot.

8. Garnish with curry leaves and grated coconut (optional).