Soak chana dal in water for an hour, keep aside. Clean snake gourd and chop it roughly. Then grind the veggie with chana dal coarsely. I used my chopper to grind, dont make it to a paste, it should be in bits and pieces. If you use mixer, then use the blend option and run once for a second that is enough. It may let out water so squeeze it and keep aside.

Roast cashews in little oil until golden brown, set aside. In a non stick pan heat remaining oil and add the items under 'to temper' then add onions and sauté till golden brown. Then add the veggie with chana dhal. Add required salt and give a quick stir.

Keep sautéing and take care not to burn it. No need to add water, sauté until it turns to a slightly brown shade. At this stage add roasted cashews and coconut, mix well and sauté till coconut turns slightly browned. Switch off.