Garam Masala Rice

Ingredients:

1 cup basmati rice
1/2 tablespoon coconut oil
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 serrano peppers, minced
2 carrots, cubed
1/2 cup green beans, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 cup peas
1/4 cup grated coconut
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons mint, chopped
a pinch of cardamom
salt, to taste

Allow rice to soak. Drain.

In a saucepan, cook onion and carrots with the oil until tender. Add ginger, garlic, pepper, and green beans. Saute until tender crisp.

Add rice, turmeric, cumin, garam masala, and salt. Pour water over the mixture, bring to a simmer, reduce heat, and cover.

When rice is tender, fold in peas, coconut, and cardamom. Season with more salt as needed. Remove from heat.

Stir in cilantro and mint just before serving.