Rajma

Red kidney beans(rajma) are a very good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber, as are most other beans. In addition to lowering cholesterol, kidney beans' high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, making these beans an especially good choice for individuals with diabetes, insulin resistance or hyperglycaemia. When combined with whole grains such as rice, kidney beans provide virtually fat-free high quality protein.



Serves: 4

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups Red kidney bean soaked overnight                                 2 Onions finely chopped
Salt to taste                                                                                       3 tsp Oil
2 Bay leaves                                                                                      1 inch piece chopped ginger
3 medium tomatoes puréed                                                               1 tsp coriander powder
1 tsp cumin powder                                                                           2 tsp red chilli powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder                                                                    1 tsp garam masala powder

Directions:

• Pressure cook rajma with five cups of water and salt till totally cooked and soft.
• Heat oil in deep pan. Add bay leaves and onion.
• Add ginger and garlic and continue to sauté till the mixture turns golden.
• Add tomato purée, mix and continue to cook.
• Add coriander powder, cumin powder , red chilli powder ,turmeric powder  and cook till the oil leaves the masala.
• Add rajma and  mix. Adjust salt and garam masala powder to taste.
• Lower the heat and simmer for about 15- 20 mins on low heat.
• Serve hot with steamed rice.