3Add enough water to cover the cassava completely (approximately 1 liter).
4Close the pan with a lid and cook until the cassava is soft and tender (approximately 6-10 minutes). Check occasionally by piercing a piece with a fork.
5Prepare the seasoning: Crush 6 shallots, 1 clove of garlic, and 2 green chillies.
6Once the cassava is cooked, drain the water and return the cassava to the pan.
7Add the crushed shallots, garlic, and green chillies to the cassava.
8Mix well, mashing the cassava slightly.
9Add 2 cups of coconut milk (or 1 cup of coconut milk and 1 cup of water if using ready-made coconut milk).
10Add ¾ teaspoon of salt.
11Stir well until the mixture is heated through.
12Heat 1½ tablespoon of coconut oil in a small pan.
13Add ½ teaspoon of mustard seeds and let them splutter.
14Add 3 dry red chilies, halved, and sauté for 3-4 seconds.
15Add 5 sliced shallots and sauté until they turn golden.
16Add 2 sprigs of curry leaves.
17Remove from heat and pour the tempering over the cassava mixture.