Avarekalu Usli

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Ingredients

1 cup	avarekalu (hyacinth beans)
2 tablespoons	coconut oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	urad dal
1 teaspoon	chana dal
2	dried red chilies
1 pinch	asafoetida (hing)
1 sprig	curry leaves
1 cup	grated fresh coconut
1 teaspoon	lemon juice
—	salt to taste
—	fresh coriander leaves 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.