Alasandula Sundal (Alasandula Guggillu) 2

Soak a cup of Alasandulu/ Black eyed-peas/Lobia overnight in water. Pressure cook them with a pinch of Salt until 3-4 whistles (it should hold its shape and should not become mushy). Drain the cooked lobia and set aside.

Heat a tsp of Oil in a pan, crackle ½ tsp of Mustard Seeds, a tbsp of Chana Dal, a tsp of Urad Dal until they turn golden brown. Add 2-3 broken Red Chillies, few Curry Leaves, a pinch of Asafoetida and saute for another minute. Add the cooked and drained lobia and stir fry slowly for few minutes. Add Salt as needed, 2-3 tbsp of Grated Coconut and mix well.  Remove from heat and add a tsp of Lemon Juice and mix well. Serve hot/warm/cold.