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Here, the rich taste of crisply browned onions flavours the beans. This tarka should, ideally, be done just before serving. Put the heated beans into a serving dish, prepare the tarka and pour it over the top so it floats on the surface. The crisp onion, browned red chillies and cumin seeds act as a garnish as well as a flavouring.