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Rajma Chawal recipe

Rajma Chawal

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Rakovine Apao (@thatpetitefoodie)
IndianDinnerMain CourseVegetarianVegan

A delicious North Indian dish made with kidney beans cooked in a spiced tomato gravy, served with rice.

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Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
45min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 cup of rajma with rice)

For Rajma

  • bay leaves
    bay leaves
    2
  • medium onions
    medium onions
    2
  • ginger-garlic paste
    ginger-garlic paste
    1tbsp
  • salt
    salt
    1tsp
  • pepper
    pepper
    1tsp
  • chili powder
    chili powder
    1tsp
  • dhania powder
    dhania powder
    1tsp
  • haldi
    haldi
    1tsp
  • garam masala
    garam masala
    1tsp
  • tomatoes
    tomatoes
    2
  • rajma (soaked overnight)
    rajma (soaked overnight)
    500g
  • water
    water
    2cups

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

335.0kcal (16.75%)

Protein

22.5g (45%)

Carbs

60.0g (21.82%)

Sugars

1.5g (3%)

Healthy Fat

0.4g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
45min

How to make Rajma Chawal

Cooking Rajma

  1. Step 1

    In a pressure cooker, heat oil and add bay leaves.

  2. Step 2

    Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.

  4. Step 4

    Add salt, pepper, chili powder, dhania powder, haldi, and garam masala. Mix well.

  5. Step 5

    Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.

  6. Step 6

    Add soaked rajma and water. Stir to combine.

  7. Step 7

    Close the lid and cook until you hear three whistles.

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Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

335.0kcal (16.75%)

Protein

22.5g (45%)

Carbs

60.0g (21.82%)

Sugars

1.5g (3%)

Healthy Fat

0.4g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Soaking rajma overnight helps in faster cooking and better texture.

  2. Adjust the water quantity based on your desired gravy consistency.

FAQS

  1. Can I use canned rajma instead of dried?

    Yes, you can use canned rajma. Just reduce the cooking time.

  2. What can I serve with rajma?

    Rajma is traditionally served with rice, but you can also enjoy it with roti or naan.

  3. Is rajma chawal vegan?

    Yes, rajma chawal is a vegan dish.

  4. How can I make rajma less spicy?

    You can reduce the amount of chili powder or omit it altogether.

  5. Can I add vegetables to rajma?

    Yes, you can add vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.

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