About
Rajma Dal is a popular Indian dish made with red kidney beans (rajma) and spices. It is usually served with steamed rice or roti. The dish is a staple in North India and is often cooked in a pressure cooker to reduce the cooking time of the beans. Rajma Dal is a nutritious and flavorful dish that is high in protein and fiber as well as iron and calcium.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
4.6
Fats
12.0
Carbs
2.5
Fibre
4.4
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Recipe
Ingredients
Rajma (Red Kidney Beans)
1 cup
Onion, chopped
1
Tomato, chopped
1
Green Chillies, chopped
2
Ginger
1 teaspoon
Garlic paste
Cumin Seeds
1 teaspoon
Coriander Powder
1 teaspoon
Red Chilli Powder
1 teaspoon
Turmeric Powder
1/2 teaspoon
Garam Masala
1 teaspoon
Oil
2 tablespoons
Salt to taste
Coriander Leaves for garnishing
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the Rajma overnight in enough water.
Step 2:
Drain the water and pressure cook the Rajma with 2 cups of water for 4-5 whistles.
Step 3:
Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds.
Step 4:
When the cumin seeds start to crackle, add the chopped onion and sauté till it turns golden brown.
Step 5:
Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute.
Step 6:
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook till they become soft.
Step 7:
Add the coriander powder, red chilli powder, turmeric powder and garam masala and mix well.
Step 8:
Add the cooked Rajma and mix well.
Step 9:
Add salt to taste and mix well.
Step 10:
Cook for 5-7 minutes on low flame.
Step 11:
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with steamed rice.
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