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Rajma Masala - Indian Style

Recipe by AFREENFOODDIARIES

  • Ready in45 min
  • Prep15 min
  • Cook30 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves4 People
  • Calories~450 kcal
Rajma Masala - Indian Style

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 bowlsRajma (Kidney Beans)
  • 3 tbspOil
  • 1 tbspJeera (Cumin Seeds)
  • fewCurry Leaves
  • 1 finely choppedOnion
  • 2 tbspGinger Garlic Paste
  • 1 tbspTurmeric Powder
  • 1 tbspRed Chilli Powder
  • 1 tbspCumin Powder
  • 1 tbspCoriander Powder
  • 1 tbspGaram Masala Powder
  • 1 (from 1 tomato)Tomato Puree
  • to tasteSalt
  • 0.5 glass (approx. 100-120 ml)Water
  • someFresh Cream
  • someFresh Coriander Leaves

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Prepare Rajma

    Soak 2 bowls of Rajma (kidney beans) overnight, then boil them until they are soft.

  2. 2.Sauté Aromatics

    In a pan, add 3 tablespoons of oil and heat it. Then add 1 tablespoon of Jeera (cumin seeds) and a few curry leaves. Let them splutter.

  3. 3.Cook Onions

    Add 1 finely chopped onion to the pan and cook until it turns golden brown.

  4. 4.Add Spices

    Add 2 tablespoons of ginger garlic paste, 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of red chilli powder, 1 tablespoon of cumin powder, 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, and 1 tablespoon of garam masala powder. Mix all the spices well with the onions and cook for 2-4 minutes.

  5. 5.Cook Tomato Puree

    Add 1 tomato puree to the mixture. Mix well and cook until the oil starts to separate from the masala.

  6. 6.Combine with Rajma

    Add the boiled Rajma to the pan. Add salt to taste and half a glass (approximately 100-120 ml) of water.

  7. 7.Simmer the Curry

    Mix everything thoroughly and let the Rajma Masala cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  8. 8.Garnish and Serve

    Garnish the Rajma Masala with some fresh cream and fresh coriander leaves. Your Rajma Masala is now ready to serve.

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Rajma Masala - Indian Style

Ready in

45 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Serving

4 People

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal
Recipe by AFREENFOODDIARIES on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. 1

    Prepare Rajma

    Soak 2 bowls of Rajma (kidney beans) overnight, then boil them until they are soft.

  2. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a pan, add 3 tablespoons of oil and heat it. Then add 1 tablespoon of Jeera (cumin seeds) and a few curry leaves. Let them splutter.

  3. 3

    Cook Onions

    Add 1 finely chopped onion to the pan and cook until it turns golden brown.

  4. 4

    Add Spices

    Add 2 tablespoons of ginger garlic paste, 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of red chilli powder, 1 tablespoon of cumin powder, 1 tablespoon of coriander powder, and 1 tablespoon of garam masala powder. Mix all the spices well with the onions and cook for .

  5. 5

    Cook Tomato Puree

    Add 1 tomato puree to the mixture. Mix well and cook until the oil starts to separate from the masala.

  6. 6

    Combine with Rajma

    Add the boiled Rajma to the pan. Add salt to taste and half a glass (approximately 100-120 ml) of water.

  7. 7

    Simmer the Curry

    Mix everything thoroughly and let the Rajma Masala cook for , allowing the flavors to meld.

  8. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish the Rajma Masala with some fresh cream and fresh coriander leaves. Your Rajma Masala is now ready to serve.

Before You Cook

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Spice LevelHot
Ginger · Chili powder · Garam masala
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Curry leaves?

    • 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Curry leaves?

    • 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
dairy

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