KIDNEY BEAN CHILI, INDIAN STYLE (RAJMA IN MASALA)
This is one of the signature dishes of North India, and is spicy, aromatic, flavourful, and simply out of this world! For the authentic feel, try to stick to the original recipe ingredients as much as possible, but you may also use suitable substitutes as mentioned. This is from "Vegetable Delights" by Malini Bisen. Note: Prep. time does not include pre-soaking time for the beans.
Provided by Anu_N
Categories Curries
Time 1h40m
Yield 5 cups, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Wash the kidney beans well and soak in water overnight.
- Next morning, steam them until tender; or cook in a large pot of water for about an hour or until tender.
- Remove 1/2 cup of cooked beans, crush coarsely and keep aside.
- Grind 1 onion, ginger, coriander seeds, chili peppers, cumin, turmeric, peppercorns, and cinnamon to a very fine paste.
- Heat ghee in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped onions and saute until golden brown.
- Add the ground paste and saute, sprinkling water occasionally, until the ghee starts separating from the paste.
- Add the cooked beans (not the crushed beans), stir for a while and add salt and dried mango powder.
- Pour 3 cups of water and add the crushed beans.
- Mix well and bring to a boil, twice.
- Serve hot over steamed rice, chappatis, or whole-wheat tortillas.
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Simona Simon
s-simona81@yahoo.comI followed the recipe exactly but my rajma turned out bland and watery. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Raymond Goode
goode-r32@gmail.comThis rajma recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves Indian food. The masala is rich and flavorful and the kidney beans are cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.
Najmil Hasan
hasan-najmil@yahoo.comI tried this rajma recipe and it turned out great! The masala was flavorful and the kidney beans were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Hsh Raja
hsh.raja@hotmail.frThis rajma is delicious! The flavors are well-balanced and the kidney beans are cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
DESIRE JAMAL TITU
desire-j@gmail.comLove this rajma! It's become a staple in my household. The masala is perfect and the kidney beans are always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
Christie Holstein
hchristie@hotmail.comThis rajma is okay. The masala is a bit too spicy for my taste and the kidney beans are a bit mushy. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Oghene Ejiro
oghene_e42@yahoo.comNot a fan of this rajma recipe. The masala was bland and the kidney beans were undercooked. I followed the recipe exactly but it didn't turn out well.
Rithik Shah
r_s@gmail.comI've tried many rajma recipes but this one is by far the best. The step-by-step instructions are clear and easy to follow. The rajma turned out delicious and authentic.
Precious ahams
ahams_p@aol.comThis rajma is a keeper! The masala is so flavorful and the kidney beans are cooked perfectly. I made it for a party and it was a hit. Everyone loved it!
Iroito Iafadhali
i-iroito@yahoo.comI love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are readily available. The rajma turned out delicious and flavorful. My family loved it!
Veero Gamer
g-veero70@aol.comThis rajma recipe is a delightful blend of flavors and spices. The kidney beans are cooked to perfection and the masala is rich and aromatic. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! Will definitely be making this again.