firstly, in a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil and splutter 1 tsp mustard, 1 tsp cumin and pinch hing.

also add 4 clove garlic, 1 chilli and saute well.

now add 1 onion and saute until the change colour slightly.

further add ¼ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder and 1 tsp salt.

saute slightly, without burning the spices.

now add 1 cup besan and saute on low flame.

saute for 5 minutes, or until the besan turns golden and aromatic.

further, sprinkle ¼ cup water and mix well.

keep sprinkling water in batches until the mixture turns moist.

i have sprinkled almost 1 cup water in batches.

cover and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the besan is cooked completely.

give a good mix making sure there are no lumps.

finally, add in coriander leaves and enjoy zunka with bhakri.