heat the seasoning pan and add all the seasoning ingredients to it. when done switch off the flame and keep it aside.
in a big mixing bowl and add grated coconut, sugar, salt, seasonings prepared above and coriander leaves.
mix it well using your hands. now the upkari mix is ready.
add avalakki / thin flakes to the upkari mix and blend it well again with your hands by adding 2 tsp of milk.
avalakki absorbs the flavors, spices and becomes soft.
serve after 15 minutes with hot uppittu.