In a pan, add 1 tsp of oil or ghee and temper the seeds.
Once they pop, add the black gram, bengal gram (drained), red chillies, cashews curry leaves and adafoetida.
Once you see the lentils have turned brown and the cashews are roasted, add the grated coconut and stir for 5 to 10 minutes or until the coconut turns slight reddish brown.