Soak  Chana overnight, or at least for 8 hours

Transfer kodakadalai, 1 + 1/2 cup of water, and required salt into a pressure cooker for 5-6 whistles To make it toddler-friendly. Adjust the whistles according to your  preferred texture

After pressure release naturally, transfer the cooed chana in a colander

Add oil to the pan, when the oil is hot add all ingredients under 'to temper'  except asafoetida and let it crackle

Furthermore, add hing and give a good mix. turn  down flame to low

Add cooked chana and coconut and cook on low flame for 2 mins

Finally, add asafoetida and turn off the stove