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Rajma Masala

Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Keyword Best rajma masala recipe for beginners, Kidney bean curry, Rajma curry recipe, Rajma Masala Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Calories 220kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked rajma kidney beans
  • 1 tsp ghee
  • 1/4 tsp cumin seeds
  • A pinch of hing asafoetida
  • 1 small green chili finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp ginger & garlic paste
  • 1/4 cup tomato puree
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp coriander powder
  • A pinch of black pepper powder
  • 1/8 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/4 tsp garam masala
  • 1/3 cup rajma water water from cooked rajma
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp coriander leaves chopped

Instructions

  • Heat ghee in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, hing, and green chili. Sauté briefly until fragrant.
  • Add chopped onions and cook until they turn golden brown. Stir in the ginger & garlic paste and cook until the raw aroma disappears.
  • Pour in the tomato puree and mix well. Add red chili powder, coriander powder, black pepper, and turmeric. Cook until the oil separates from the masala.
  • Add cooked rajma along with rajma water. Stir well and let it simmer for a few minutes to absorb the flavors. Season with salt to taste.
  • Sprinkle garam masala and mix well. Turn off the heat.
  • Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or roti.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, replace ghee with oil.
  • Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing green chili and red chili powder.
  • You can blend part of the rajma to create a thicker consistency.
  • Serve with jeera rice, plain roti, or naan for a complete meal.