Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Rajma

soaked

1 inch

Ginger

grated

2 unit

Garlic

grated

1 unit

Onion

chopped

1 unit

Tomato

pureed

1 tsp

Turmeric Powder

1 tsp

Cumin Powder

roasted

1 tsp

Garam Masala Powder

4 unit

Cardamom

powdered

1 tbsp

Butter

2 unit

Cilantro

chopped

1 tsp

Oil

1 tsp

Salt

Step 1
~9 min

Soak rajma (kidney beans) for 8-10 hours.

Step 2
~9 min

Grind onion, ginger, and garlic into a paste.

Step 3
~9 min

Heat oil in a pressure cooker.

Step 4
~9 min

Add the onion-ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 2-4 minutes.

Step 5
~9 min

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

Step 6
~9 min

Cook for 2 minutes.

Step 7
~9 min

Add the soaked rajma and water.

Step 8
~9 min

Mix well.

Step 9
~9 min

Cover the pressure cooker and cook for 6-8 whistles.

Step 10
~9 min

Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 11
~9 min

Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.

Step 12
~9 min

Check if the rajma is cooked through. If not, cook for a little longer.

Step 13
~9 min

Serve hot with rice and kachumber salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Soak the rajma overnight for best results.

Adjust the amount of spices to your liking.

Serve with a dollop of yogurt or cream.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rice or roti.

Serve with kachumber salad or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice
Roti
Kachumber Salad
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Punjab, India

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in North Indian cuisine, often served at special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Party
Family Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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