Hucchellu, as called in South Karnataka (typically called as Khariyal in Dharwad area), are small long seeds, black in color. They are available in US as Bird feed seeds, either called Thistle or Niger Seeds (I am not sure, if these are suitable for Human consumption, though). This Chatni is very popular in North Karnataka. It is commonly served with Jolada rotti and also with Chapaties. It tastes great and some times used even in Badanekai (Brinjal) or DonnaMenasinakai (Capsicum) subjies (curries), as one of the ingredients. Here below is the method to prepare this delicacy.

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Hucchelu (Khariyal)
• 3~4 long dry Red Chillies (Bydagi Mensinkai prefered)
• 4~5 small beads of Garlic or 1 tsp Garlic paste
• 2 tsp cooking oil
• Salt to taste

1. Fry the Red chillies in cooking oil
2. In a separate pan heat the Hucchelu till they just start popping. (Don't let them pop)
3. Put all these ingredients in a Electric Mixed/Grinder and grind into fine powder
4. Serve with Joladarotti and Yogurt. Can be used with Chapaties too.
   
5. Store in Air tight bottle, for later use. This can be stored for 3~4 weeks.