Rajma Chawal (Kidney Beans and Rice)
Recipe Summary
- Enjoy a comforting and flavorful Rajma Chawal, a classic Indian dish featuring kidney beans cooked in a rich, spicy gravy, served with fluffy rice and fresh rotis. Perfect for a rainy day meal.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Rajma (Kidney Beans) 1 cup (dry, soaked overnight)
- Water as needed
- Cooking Oil 2-3 tbsp
- Cumin Seeds 1 tsp
- Onions 1-2 medium, chopped
- Tomatoes 2 medium, chopped
- Salt 1 tsp (or to taste)
- Red Chili Powder 1 tsp
- Turmeric Powder 0.5 tsp
- Coriander Powder 1.5 tsp
- Garam Masala 0.5 tsp
- Potatoes 2 medium, boiled and chopped
All Ingredients - For Serving
- Rice 1 cup (dry)
- Wheat Flour as needed for rotis
- Onions 1 medium, sliced
Tools You'll Need
- Pressure cooker
- Pan
- Tawa
Plan Ahead
Some steps can be prepped earlier so cook time is shorter.
- Step 1 · Overnight
Soak and Boil Rajma Soak 1 cup of rajma (kidney beans) overnight. The next day, pour water into a pressure cooker and add the soaked r…
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garam masala?
- 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Soak and Boil Rajma
Soak 1 cup of rajma (kidney beans) overnight. The next day, pour water into a pressure cooker and add the soaked rajma. Close the lid and boil until tender (approximately after the first whistle).
Step 2: Prepare the Gravy Base
Heat 2-3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and let them splutter. Then add 1-2 medium chopped onions and until translucent. Add 2 medium chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and the oil starts to separate.
Step 3: Add Spices to Gravy
Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1.5 teaspoons of coriander powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of garam masala to the pan. Mix well and cook the spices for until fragrant and the oil separates from the masala.
Step 4: Combine Rajma with Gravy
Pour the boiled rajma from the pressure cooker into the prepared gravy. Stir well to combine and let it for , allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 5: Add Boiled Potatoes (Optional)
Boil 2 medium potatoes, peel, and chop them. Season with a pinch of salt and red chili powder. Add these seasoned potatoes to the rajma and mix gently.
Step 6: Prepare Rotis and Rice
While the rajma is , prepare dough using wheat flour and water for rotis. Cook 1 cup of rice separately. Then, roll out and cook rotis on a hot tawa until golden brown spots appear on both sides.
Step 7: Serve the Meal
Serve the hot rajma with fluffy rice, freshly made rotis, and sliced onions.
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