Senega Guggillu

Also known as Black Channa and Coconut Curry

This dish is not only made on special festivals, but also makes a good, protein-filled snack that can be enjoyed at any time.

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Serves 5-6 people.

Ingredients

• 2 cups raw black channa

• 1/2 cup grated fresh coconut

• 1 tbsp oil

• 1 tsp urad daal (split black gram)

• 1 tsp jeera (cumin seeds)

• 1 tsp mustard seeds

• a pinch of hing

• salt to taste

• a sprig of curry leaves

• 1 tsp squeezed lemon juice (optional)

Method:

1. Wash and soak black channa overnight. Pressure cook channa with salt until soft or use Instant Pot at the Bean/Chili setting.

2. Drain water and keep aside.

3. Heat oil in pan and fry all the tempering ingredients.

4. Add cooked channa and mix all ingredients well in pan.

5. Add grated coconut and stir fry for 2 minutes.

6. Serve with roti or rice.