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Indian Rajma Masala

A hearty and flavorful Indian dish made with red kidney beans simmered in a spicy tomato gravy.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Red Kidney Beans (Rajma) soaked overnight
  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 1 large Onion finely chopped
  • 2 medium Tomatoes pureed
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger-Garlic Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 cups Water
  • 2 tablespoon Cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse and soak the kidney beans overnight.
  2. 2. Pressure cook the beans with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt until soft.
  3. 3. Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  4. 4. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  5. 5. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
  6. 6. Add tomato puree and cook until the oil separates.
  7. 7. Add all the spices and cook for another 2 minutes.
  8. 8. Add the cooked beans along with the water. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  9. 9. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 1200mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Indian Cuisine, Kidney Beans, Rajma
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