Rajma
Rajma is a popular North Indian dish made with red kidney beans cooked in a flavorful tomato-based gravy.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Fresh coriander leaves - For garnish
- Oil - 2 tablespoons
- Salt - To taste
- Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
- Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
- Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
- Green chili - 1, slit
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1-inch piece, grated
- Tomatoes - 2 medium, pureed
- Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
- Red kidney beans - 1 cup, soaked overnight
Let's Get Started
- Heat oil in a pressure cooker or a large pot.
- Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
- Add grated ginger, minced garlic, and slit green chili. Sauté for a minute.
- Add the pureed tomatoes and cook until the oil separates from the masala.
- Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the soaked and drained kidney beans. Stir to coat the beans with the masala.
- Add enough water to cover the beans (about 2 cups).
- If using a pressure cooker, close the lid and cook for 4-5 whistles. If using a pot, cover and simmer until the beans are tender (about 30-40 minutes).
- Once cooked, let the pressure release naturally if using a pressure cooker.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g