Wash and drain all the sprouts well.
Place a heavy bottom kadai on medium flame.
Add the oil and asafoetida.
Once the oil heats up add the sprouts.
Cover and cook the sprouts on low flame until they are half cooked.
After they are half done, add the spice powders and salt. Stir, cover and continue to cook.
If you feel the sprouts are taking too long to cook, add a pinch of baking soda.
Once the sprouts are cooked, add sugar. Mix well.
Do not cover the sprouts, continue to cook. Stir occasionally. Keep the flame low.
You want to crisp up the sprouts a little. Add a little crunch to it.
Once done, turn off the flame and add some lemon juice.
Enjoy hot with Kadhi and Rotli.