Ingredients

• 1 cup- sprouted channa, cooked
• 1 lemon - extract juice
• 2 tbsp - oil
• 1/2 tsp - garam masala
• 4-5 curry leaves
• 1/4 tsp - minced garlic
• 1/4 tsp - crushed cumin seeds
• Salt to taste
• Grind to a paste:
• 1 small bunch - fresh coriander
• 8-10 - green chillies
• 1/2 cup - fresh coconut, grated

How to Make Channa Usal

• Heat oil in a heavy large vessel.
• Add paste and stir-fry for 2 mins
• Add 3 cups water and bring to a boil.
• Add all other ingredients, stir and boil.
• Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Cook till oil separates and channa is soft.
• Check, add more chillies or garam masala if desired.
• Garnish with chopped onion.