If you're a fan of flavorful and hearty Indian cuisine, then you'll love this delicious recipe for kidney bean chili, also known as rajma masala. This classic dish is a delightful combination of tender kidney beans simmered in a rich and aromatic tomato-based sauce, infused with a blend of fragrant spices and herbs. The result is a savory and satisfying meal that's perfect for a cozy family dinner or a casual gathering with friends.
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RAJMA (INDIAN RED KIDNEY BEAN CURRY)
This is a quick and easy curry made from red kidney beans. Served with either naan (flatbread) or rice. Rajma masala is sold at most food stores in the international section.
Provided by redz1985
Categories Curries
Time 30m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium pot, heat oil. When hot, add cumin.
- Once the cumin begins to brown, add the garlic and ginger. Let it cook for 1 min, stir constantly.
- Add onions and stir until onion turns clear and add the tomato sauce.
- Keep stirring the sauce until it's slightly thickens and begins to separate a bit from the oil.
- Add the Rajma masala, salt and chili powder and stirl for 2-3 minutes.
- Last, throw in the two cans of kidney beans, undrained. Let it cook for 5-6 mins, stirring occasionally.
- You adjust the spices accordingly, while tasting along.
- Serve with some sliced onions, a lemon wedge and garnish with some chopped coriander. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.9, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 1637, Carbohydrate 70.3, Fiber 20.3, Sugar 10.4, Protein 22.9
RAJMA (KIDNEY BEAN CURRY)
Rajma is comfort food at its best. I like rajma best with simple jeera (cumin) rice. Of course, some roti would be great too. When I was in college, I ate rajma at least once a week. Cheap, nutritious, and comforting. What is not to like?
Provided by SUSMITA
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indian
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place the kidney beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse.
- Grind the onion, ginger, and garlic into a paste using a mortar and pestle.
- Heat the oil and ghee together in a pressure cooker over medium heat. Fry the red chile peppers, cumin seeds, and whole cloves in the hot oil until the cumin seeds begin to splutter; stir the onion paste into the mixture and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Season with the ground turmeric, ground cumin, and ground coriander; continue cooking for a few more seconds before adding the tomatoes. Cook until the tomatoes are completely tender.
- Add the drained kidney beans to the pressure cooker with enough water to cover; pour the 2 cups water additionally to the cooker. Add the sugar and salt. Close the pressure cooker and bring to 15 pounds of pressure; cook about 40 minutes. Lower the heat to low and cook another 10 to 15 minutes. Release the pressure and open the cooker. Stir the garam masala and ground red pepper into the bean mixture; garnish with chopped cilantro to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 2.8 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 34.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
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.
RAJMA (NORTH INDIAN KIDNEY BEAN MASALA)
This recipe is for a slow cooker. Rajma is a popular North Indian vegetarian dish which is served over rice or with flatbread. Ideally this masala should be fairly thick when ready to serve.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Stew
Time 8h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Drain beans and rinse thoroughly.
- Combine beans, half the garlic, half the minced onion, and salt in a 4-6 qt slow cooker with 3 1/2 cups water.
- Puree remaining garlic, ginger, Serrano chiles, turmeric, and paprika with 2 tablespoons water in food processor; set paste aside.
- Heat oil in a 10 inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chile de arbol, coriander, cumin, and cinnamon; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add remaining minced onion; cook until browned, about 1 minute.
- Add paste; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes; cook until liquid has mostly evaporated, about 12 minutes.
- Add tomato mixture, cilantro, garam masala, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to beans in slow cooker. Mix well and check level of the water. Add more water, if necessary, so that there is at least 1 inch above level of the bean mixture. Cook on low for 7-8 hours and on high for 4-5 hours.
- Serve over rice and garnish with sliced red onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.1, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 162.8, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 5.3, Protein 5.9
Tips:
- Soak kidney beans overnight or for at least 6 hours before cooking. This will help to reduce cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
- Use a variety of spices to add flavor to your chili. Cumin, coriander, garam masala, and red chili powder are all good options.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. Carrots, potatoes, and onions are all popular additions to kidney bean chili.
- Serve your chili with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped cilantro.
Conclusion:
Kidney bean chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover kidney beans, and it can also be made with canned beans for a quick and easy meal. Whether you are looking for a hearty soup to warm you up on a cold day or a flavorful dish to serve at a party, kidney bean chili is a great option.
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