Avarekaalina saaru and ragi mudde are very famous in Hasana. Also, avarekaalina saaru tastes good with all kinds of rotis and chapathis also.

Ingredients

    * Avarekai - 1/2 cup(Tender seeds)
    * Potato - 1 medium size
    * Tomato - 1 small
    * Onion - 1 small
    * Sambhar powder - 2 teaspoons
    * Grated coconut - 1 table spoon
    * Tamarind - 1 inch
    * Turmeric powder - 1/4 teaspoon
    * Hing - 1 pinch
    * Oil - 1 table spoon
    * Salt to taste

Method

   1. Cut potato into small cubes. Wash avarekai and potato.
   2. Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan, add the potato and avarekai.
   3. Add hing and turmeric and saute on a medium flame.
   4. Grind all other ingredients together in to a smooth paste. Add to the vegetables.
   5. Add 1/2 cup water and close and cook on a low flame till the vegetables are soft.