Carrot poriyal

My boys aren't fond of carrots. I see their faces go down, when served a carrot dish. But this is one dish they eat silently, even enjoy it a bit. But there are many conditions you see.. I shouldn't make it too often, the spices should be just right and so on... Personally if you ask me, I love it. :-)

Ingredients
Carrots 3-4 diced
Red chillies 3 broken
Curry leaves a few
Asafoetida a pinch
Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
Salt to taste
Oil 1 tsp
Mustard seeds 1/2 tsp
Grated coconut 1 tbsp
Sugar 1/2 tsp or to taste

Method

1. Heat oil in a kadai. Once hot, add the mustard seeds, urad dal, red chillies, curry leaves, asafoetida.
2. Once done, add the carrots, turmeric powder, salt and mix well.
3. Cook covered, sprinking water once a few mins for it to get cooked till soft but still firm.
4. Sprinkle grated coconut and sugar and mix well.

Serve hot with rice and sambar.