Rajma te Gogji Kashmiri Style Turnip & Kidney Bean Curry
Summary
- This recipe presents a Kashmiri-style kidney bean and turnip curry, where rajma is pressure cooked with whole spices and garlic until tender. Turnips are fried until golden brown, then combined with a flavorful onion-based masala, and finally simmered with the cooked rajma to create a rich and aromatic curry.
All Ingredients - For Boiling Rajma
- Rajma (kidney beans) 1 cup, soaked overnight
- Garlic cloves 3-4
- Cinnamon stick 1 inch
- Black peppercorns 10-12
- Cloves 4-5
- Green cardamoms 4
- Black cardamoms 2
- Bay leaf 1
- Salt to taste
- Saunf powder (fennel powder) 1 tbsp
- Water as required
All Ingredients - For the Turnip Curry
- Medium turnips (gogji/shalgham) 4-5
- Mustard oil for frying and cooking
- Medium onion 1, sliced lengthwise
- Kashmiri red chilli powder 3 tsp
- Turmeric powder ¼ tsp
- Saunth powder (dry ginger powder) ¼ tsp
- Saunf powder (fennel powder) 2 tsp
- Salt to taste
- Water as required
- Kashmiri garam masala for garnish (optional)
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
Plan Ahead
Up to 8 hrs of hands-off time you can shift to earlier.
- Step 1 · Overnight8 hrs
Cook the Rajma Wash and soak rajma (kidney beans) overnight or for at least 8 hours. Pressure cook the soaked rajma with 3-4 garl…
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Bay leaf?
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme (per leaf)
- Pinch of dried oregano
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
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Rajma
Wash and soak rajma (kidney beans) overnight or for at least . Pressure cook the soaked rajma with 3-4 garlic cloves, 1 inch cinnamon stick, 10-12 black peppercorns, 4-5 cloves, 4 green cardamoms, 2 black cardamoms, 1 bay leaf, salt to taste, and 1 tbsp saunf powder (fennel powder) until soft. Keep the cooked rajma along with its stock aside. Remove the bay leaf after boiling.
Step 2: Prepare the Turnips
Peel and cut 4-5 medium turnips into 4 pieces each. Heat mustard oil in a pan and deep fry the turnip pieces until they turn golden brown. Remove the fried turnips and keep them aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Masala
Using the remaining mustard oil from frying the turnips, add 1 medium onion, sliced lengthwise, and fry until it turns golden brown. Add 3 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder and stir quickly. Immediately add a splash of water to prevent the spices from burning. Add the fried turnips to the pan. Add ¼ tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp saunth powder (dry ginger powder), and 2 tsp saunf powder (fennel powder). Add another splash of water. Mix well and cook covered on low heat until the turnips soften.
Step 4: Combine Rajma and Turnips
Once the turnips are soft, add the boiled rajma along with its stock to the pan. Bring the curry to a boil, then the heat to low and until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency and the turnips are fully tender.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Once the curry reaches the desired consistency, turn off the heat. You can optionally sprinkle some Kashmiri garam masala on top for added flavor. Serve hot with rice.
Pro Tips
• Soak rajma overnight for best results.
• Keep the cooked rajma along with its stock for added flavor and consistency.
• Add a splash of water to the spices while frying to prevent them from burning.
• Cook the turnips with the masala on low heat until they soften completely.
• Garnish with Kashmiri garam masala for extra flavor, though it is optional.
Variations
• This recipe uses onion and garlic for flavor, which is a variation from traditional Kashmiri cuisine that often omits them. You can adjust based on your preference.
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