Rajma Masala Recipe
Rajma Masala is a popular North Indian dish that is made by cooking red kidney beans in a spicy tomato-based sauce. The dish is seasoned with a variety of aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and garam masala, and is typically served with rice, roti, or naan. Rajma Masala is a versatile dish that can be made mild or spicy, and can be adjusted to suit individual tastes. It is a great source of protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients, making it a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rajma
- 1 tbsp bay leaf / tej patta
- 1 tbsp black cardamom
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 cup water
- 1 tbsp ghee / clarified butter
- 1 tsp cumin / jeera
- 1 inch cinnamon
- 5 pcs cloves
- 1 whole Onions finely chopped
- 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
- 1 tbsp chilli
- 2 cup Tomato
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp kashmiri red chilli powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp aamchur / dry mango powder Aamchur
- ½ tsp garam masala
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp kasuri methi / dry fenugreek leaves crushed
- 2 tbsp coriander leaves / cilantro finely chopped
Instructions
- Ensure that all your ingredients are prepped, organized and within easy reach.
- Heat 1 tbsp ghee and saute 1 tsp cumin, 1 inch cinnamon and 5 cloves in a large wok or pot. Add in 2 onions, 1 tsp ginger garlic paste, 1 chilli and saute until the onions turn golden brown. Then add 2 cups of tomato pulp. Cover and cook for 10 minutes.
- Keeping the flame on low add ¼ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp cumin powder, ½ tsp aamchur, ½ tsp garam masala and ½ tsp salt and saute until the spices turn aromatic.
- Add in cooked rajma and mix well. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until the curry thickens.
- Then add 1 tsp kasuri methi, 2 tbsp coriander and mix well.
- Ta da! Delightful Rajma is ready to be served and win hearts!
Notes & Tips
- Rajma beans are easy to digest hen soaked
- The rajma beans should be cooked very well. and must be soft
- For a gluten-free recipe, remove asafoetida (hing)
- Prep - Soak the Rajma beans for 7-8 hours if using a pot to cook
- Canned tomatoes can also be used, if fresh is unavailable
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Rajma Masala Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
175
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
0.003
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
13
mg
4
%
Sodium
1194
mg
52
%
Potassium
612
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
25
g
8
%
Fiber
9
g
38
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
949
IU
19
%
Vitamin B1
0.2
mg
13
%
Vitamin B2
0.1
mg
6
%
Vitamin B3
1
mg
5
%
Vitamin B5
0.2
mg
2
%
Vitamin B6
0.2
mg
10
%
Vitamin C
26
mg
32
%
Vitamin E
1
mg
7
%
Vitamin K
16
µg
15
%
Calcium
109
mg
11
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
Magnesium
69
mg
17
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.