First, add enough water to an idli pan
Turn on the stove to medium flame
Place idiyappam plate on top
add beans, turmeric powder, and salt; mix well and spread
steam cook for 12-14 minutes until the beans turn soft press; turn off the stove and Transfer cooked beans to a colander
add oil to a wide heavy bottomed pan and turn on the stove on medium flame
when the oil turns hot add mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves
furthermore, add green chillies and asafoetida; mix well and roast
Add cooked beans, salt and give a quick mix
furthermore, add coconut and cook for 2-3 minutes; turn off the stove