Rajma Masala

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Cilantro - For garnish
• Oil - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 3 cups
• Salt - To taste
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garam masala powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 2 teaspoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Green chilies - 2, finely chopped
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Tomato - 2 medium, finely chopped
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Red kidney beans - 1 cup

Let's Get Started

1. Soak the red kidney beans in water overnight or for at least 8 hours.
2. Drain the water and rinse the beans. Add them to a pressure cooker with 3 cups of water and cook for 20-25 minutes or until they are soft and tender.
3. Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
4. Add ginger, garlic, and green chilies and sauté for a minute.
5. Add tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
6. Add coriander powder, garam masala powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a minute.
7. Add the cooked beans along with the water they were cooked in. Mix well and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the gravy thickens.
8. Garnish with cilantro and serve hot with rice or roti.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Calories: 300
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 40g
• Protein: 15g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Sugar: Noneg