Dhaba-Style Punjabi Rajma

Name: Punjabi Rajma Recipe: Dhaba Style Rajma Masala
Prep time: 10 h
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 10 h 40 min
Ingredients: Rajma (Kidney Beans) – 1½ cups; Onion – 2 mediums, finely chopped; Tomatoes – 3 mediums, finely chopped; Ginger-Garlic Paste – 1 tbsp; Green Chilies – 2, chopped; Oil – 3 tbsp; Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp; Turmeric Powder – ½ tsp; Red Chilli Powder – 1 tsp; Coriander Powder – 1½ tsp; Garam Masala – 1 tsp; Kasuri Methi – ½ tsp; Salt – to taste; Water – as needed; Fresh Coriander – for garnish

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Ingredients

Rajma (Kidney Beans) – 1½ cups
Onion – 2 mediums, finely chopped
Tomatoes – 3 mediums, finely chopped
Ginger-Garlic Paste – 1 tbsp
Green Chilies – 2, chopped
Oil – 3 tbsp
Cumin Seeds – 1 tsp
Turmeric Powder – ½ tsp
Red Chilli Powder – 1 tsp
Coriander Powder – 1½ tsp
Garam Masala – 1 tsp
Kasuri Methi – ½ tsp
Salt – to taste
Water – as needed
Fresh Coriander – for garnish

Difficulty : Easy

Serves : 4

Punjabi Rajma Masala is a delicious and comforting North Indian curry made with soft kidney beans simmered in a rich, spicy onion-tomato gravy. This easy Dhaba-Style recipe is flavorful, hearty, and perfect for a satisfying family meal. Serve it hot with steamed rice or jeera rice for the perfect Rajma Chawal combination. ❤️🍚

Cooking Steps

1
Soak the Rajma: Wash the rajma thoroughly and soak it in plenty of water for 8–10 hours or overnight.
2
Cook the Rajma: Drain the soaked rajma and transfer it to a pressure cooker. Add sufficient water and cook until the rajma becomes soft and tender.
3
Prepare the Masala: Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4
Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
5
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chilies. Sauté for a minute until the raw smell disappears.
6
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate.
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7. Add turmeric powder, red Chilli powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook the masala for a few minutes.
8
8. Add Rajma: Add the cooked rajma along with some of its cooking water. Mix everything well.
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9. Simmer: Cover and cook on low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy becomes rich and flavorful.
10
Add garam masala and Kasuri methi. Mix well and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
11
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.
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Serving Suggestion:
13
Serve delicious Punjabi Rajma Masala with steamed rice or jeera rice.