Avarekalu Usli

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Ingredients

	1 cup	Hyacinth Bean
	2 tablespoons	Coconut oil
	1 teaspoon	Mustard Seed
	1 teaspoon	Urad dal
	1 teaspoon	Chana dal
	2	Red Chili , dried
	1 pinch	Asafoetida
	1 sprig	Curry Leaf
	1 cup	Coconut , grated
	1 teaspoon	Lemon juice
	—	Salt , to taste
	—	Cilantro , fresh, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1 Rinse the avarekalu thoroughly and pressure cook with enough water until soft, about 2-3 whistles.
2. 2 Drain and set aside the cooked beans.
3. 3 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
4. 4 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
5. 5 Add urad dal, chana dal, and fry until golden brown.
6. 6 Add dried red chilies, asafoetida, and curry leaves, and sauté for a few seconds.
7. 7 Add the cooked avarekalu to the pan and mix well.
8. 8 Add grated coconut and salt to taste, and stir to combine.
9. 9 Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
10. 10 Turn off the heat and add lemon juice.
11. 11 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.