Name: Hyacinth Beans Masala Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups hyacinth beans, also called vaal beans. You can sub with lima beans. (Soak these overnight, wash, and place in a saucepan with enough water to cover the bean by an inch. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes until tender but not mushy.); 1 1/2 cups basmati rice; 1 tsp vegetable oil like coconut; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp mustard seeds; 1 medium onion; 1 sprig curry leaves; 1 1/2 tbsp goda masala (garam masala will work at a pinch). (Look in recipe notes below for link to both goda masala or garam masala recipes, or you can buy them online.); 1 tsp cayenne pepper or any red chili pepper powder; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1 tbsp coriander powder; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup grated fresh coconut (you can buy this in frozen packs at the Indian grocery store); 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves or cilantro for garnish