Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Kidney Beans (Rajma)

soaked

1 inch

Ginger

finely chopped

2 unit

Garlic

finely chopped

1 unit

Onion

chopped

0.5 cup

Tomato Puree

1 tsp

Turmeric Powder

1 tsp

Cumin Powder

baked

1 tsp

Garam Masala Powder

4 unit

Cardamom

whole

2 inch

Cinnamon

1 tbsp

Butter

2 tbsp

Coriander Leaves

chopped

1 tsp

Oil

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

Step 1
~9 min

Soak rajma in 3 cups of water for 8-10 minutes.

Step 2
~9 min

Turn on sauté mode in an electric pressure cooker.

Step 3
~9 min

Heat oil in the cooker.

Step 4
~9 min

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger.

Step 5
~9 min

Sauté until the onion turns golden brown.

Step 6
~9 min

Add tomato puree, turmeric powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, cardamom, and cinnamon.

Step 7
~9 min

Cook for 2 minutes.

Step 8
~9 min

Add soaked rajma with the water.

Step 9
~9 min

Close the cooker and turn on the rajma/kidney bean mode.

Step 10
~9 min

Allow the pressure to release naturally after cooking.

Step 11
~9 min

Open the cooker and transfer to a bowl.

Step 12
~9 min

Garnish with fresh coriander.

Step 13
~9 min

Serve hot with rice and mint-onion kachumbar salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust spice levels to your preference.

Soaking the rajma overnight will reduce cooking time.

Serve with a side of yogurt or raita for a cooling effect.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or roti.

Accompanied by a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Raita
Rice
Roti
Kachumbar Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, India

Cultural Significance

Popular dish in North Indian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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