Rajma curry recipe: Perfect for lunch, dinner, and festive meals

New Delhi: Rajma, is a loved dish in North India, known for its rich flavours and comforting appeal. Rajma curry is made with kidney beans that are packed with protein and cooked in a flavourful tomato-onion gravy. It is further cooked with aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, and garam masala. The dish is not only tasty but also highly nutritious as it has all essential proteins, fibre, and minerals which makes it a healthy meal choice.

Paired with steamed rice, the classic combination of “Rajma-Chawal” is a comfort food for many. The creamy consistency of the beans when combined with the tangy and spicy gravy, makes a delightful balance of flavours which is both satisfying and comforting. Rajma is extremely versatile and can be made as per the need of the individual by adjusting the spice levels or adding cream for that extra richness.

Rajma curry recipe

Here is a simple and easy recipe of Rajma that is a must-try:

Ingredients:

For cooking Rajma:

1 cup red kidney beans (rajma), soaked overnight
4 cups water
1 tsp salt
1 bay leaf

For the Curry:

2 tbsp oil or ghee
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, pureed
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp red chilli powder
1 tsp coriander powder
½ tsp garam masala
½ tsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves, optional)
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Cook the Rajma:

Rinse the soaked kidney beans.
In a pressure cooker add beans, water, salt, and bay leaf and let it cook for 15-20 minutes or until soft.
Drain and keep the beans and water aside.

Prepare the curry:

In a pan, heat oil or ghee.
Once it gets heated up, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and saute them until golden brown.
Once the onions are cooked, add ginger-garlic paste and cook until it starts giving fragrance.
Add the pureed tomatoes and cook until the mixture starts leaving the oil.
Add turmeric, red chilli, and coriander powders and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Combine:

Add the cooked kidney beans or rajma along with the water.
Let it boil for 15-20 minutes.
Mash some of the kidney beans to get a creamy texture.
Add garam masala kasuri methi and salt as per the taste.
Garnish with coriander and serve hot with steamed rice or roti.

 Learn how to make a flavourful and creamy rajma curry with this easy rajma recipe in English. A comforting dish loved by all generations, perfect for every occasion.  Food & Drink Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips