Kidney Bean Chili, Indian Style (Rajma in Masala)

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 2
Kidney Bean Chili, Indian Style (Rajma in Masala)
in Vegetarian

Prep

6 hours

Cook

2 hours

Ready In

8 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 cups uncooked kidney beans
1 medium onion , peeled , quartered and
2 medium onions , peeled , finely chopped
1/2 inch ginger , peeled , chopped
1 tablespoon coriander seed
1 green chili pepper
4 red chili peppers
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1/4 inch turmeric or 1/8 teaspoon turmeric powder
10 black peppercorns or 10 black pepper , to taste
2 cinnamon sticks or 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons ghee or 2 tablespoons clarified butter
1 teaspoon dried mango powder
2 teaspoons salt
3 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
305
Sugar
6g
Fat
6g
Rajma masala, or Indian-style kidney bean chili, is a staple in many Indian households and is often served with rice or naan bread. This spicy and flavorful dish is a vegetarian alternative to traditional chili and can be made with simple pantry staples such as beans, onions, and spices. Making this dish from scratch allows you to control the level of spice and salt for a healthier and more personalized meal.

Instructions

1.Rinse and soak the kidney beans for at least 6 hours or overnight.
2.In a large pot, add the soaked kidney beans, quartered onion, and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until the beans are tender, about 1-2 hours.
3.In a separate pan, heat the ghee or clarified butter. Add the finely chopped onions and cook until golden brown.
4.Add the chopped ginger and all of the spices (coriander, cumin, turmeric, black peppercorns, cinnamon) to the pan and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5.Add the chopped green chili pepper and red chili peppers (depending on your desired level of spice) to the pan and cook for another minute.
6.Add the spice mixture to the pot of cooked kidney beans.
7.Add the dried mango powder and salt to the pot and stir to combine.
8.Let the chili simmer for an additional 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

PROS

This Indian-style kidney bean chili is a hearty and satisfying vegetarian dish that is high in protein and fiber.

It is also an affordable and easy meal to make for a crowd.

CONS

This recipe can be quite spicy, so adjust the amount of chili peppers to your liking.

The preparation time and cooking time can take a while due to the need to soak and cook the kidney beans.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kidney beans are an excellent source of plant-based protein, fiber, and essential nutrients such as iron, folate, and potassium.
This dish is also low in fat and can be adjusted to be lower in sodium depending on your personal tastes.

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