Measure and keep all ingredients ready.
Dry roast moong dhal in a pan till it slightly golden brown.
Soak it in water for sometime.
Dry roast the sathumaavu/multigrain flour in low flame till aroma arises and keep aside.
Dry roast coconut pieces too.
Boil some water and add jaggery to it. Use water just to immerse the jaggery.
Keep stirring till it dissolves. If it has impurities filter it before going to the next step.
Add the flour,soaked dhal,jaggery syrup,cardamom powder and coconut pieces and mix well in a vessel. Do this while the syrup is hot.
Roll it into small balls or any shape of your choice and steam it in an idly pot for 20 minutes.
Serve hot.