Rajma (Kidney Bean Curry)

Rajma (Kidney Bean Curry)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dried kidney beans (or 2 cups canned)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 2 tbsp oil
• Fresh cilantro for garnish
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare Beans: If using dried beans, soak overnight and cook in a pressure cooker until tender. If using canned beans, rinse and drain.
2. Cook the Base: Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds, then onions. Cook until golden brown.
3. Add Aromatics: Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, sauté for a minute.
4. Tomatoes and Spices: Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
5. Combine Beans: Add the cooked kidney beans to the pan. Stir well and cook for 10-15 minutes. Add water as needed.
6. Finish: Add garam masala and salt to taste. Cook for another 5 minutes.
7. Garnish: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with rice or bread.