Rajma Rice — Easy & Authentic

Rajma Rice is a beloved North Indian dish featuring kidney beans cooked in a spiced tomato gravy, served over fluffy rice. It's a wholesome meal that's both comforting and nutritious.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Main ingredients

• 1 cup kidney beans (rajma)
• 2 cups basmati rice
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, pureed
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 2 tbsp oil
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: Soak the kidney beans overnight in water. Drain and pressure cook them with enough water until soft, about 15-20 minutes.
2. 2Step 2: In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
3. 3Step 3: Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies, and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
4. 4Step 4: Stir in the pureed tomatoes, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
5. 5Step 5: Add the cooked kidney beans along with some of the cooking liquid. Simmer for 10 minutes, then add garam masala and mix well.
6. 6Step 6: Meanwhile, rinse the basmati rice and cook it in water (1:2 ratio) until fluffy. Fluff with a fork.
7. 7Step 7: Serve the rajma over the rice, garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Use soaked kidney beans for better texture.
• Adjust spices according to your taste.
• Serve with a side of pickles or yogurt.

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