{"id":30677,"date":"2020-05-14T15:30:58","date_gmt":"2020-05-14T20:30:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.slimmingeats.com\/blog\/?p=30677"},"modified":"2024-09-17T12:18:29","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T17:18:29","slug":"kidney-bean-curry-rajma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingeats.com\/blog\/kidney-bean-curry-rajma","title":{"rendered":"Kidney Bean Curry (Rajma)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Kidney Bean Curry (Rajma) - a delicious vegetarian curry made with Red Kidney Beans, onions, tomato (passata) and a blend of spices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rajma or Red Kidney Bean curry was one of the first Indian dishes I watched a good friend of mine (whose family are from North India), cook. I love the simplicity of the dish and the fact it doesn't compromise on flavour, plus it's high in protein and fibre and a completely meat-free dish which is perfect for those who are vegetarian or fancy a meat-free dish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The main tip my friend gave me for making this curry is to always use dried kidney beans as they are much nicer than canned. Much cheaper too if you buy in bulk and can easily be prepped the night before, by just placing in a bowl and fully immersing in cold water to soak overnight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Can I use canned Kidney Beans?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I know it is a question that will be asked and if you don't have dried kidney beans on hand and want to try this recipe, then, by all means, use canned kidney beans if that is all you have. Two 400g cans should be enough in ratio to the dried. You won't need to soak overnight or do the precook of the kidney beans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can I use spray oil?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The flavour is better if you cook the onion base and spices in ghee or oil and so it's worth it to use that instead of spray oil. However, if you really want to use a spray oil, then just ensure you don't burn the spices otherwsie the taste will be bitter. You may need to add a little bit of water to prevent this. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best Chilli Powder for Curry?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are various types of Chili or Chilli powder available. In North America, most are a Mexican Style Chili Powder and have paprika and a blend of other spices in there, so are usually milder in comparison to Indian Chilli Powders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Indian dishes, I like to use a Deggi Mirch that is made from Kashmiri Red Chillies, it adds good flavour and a decent amount of heat. You will find it at most Indian grocers as well as online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medium or hot chilli powder is fine too depending on your preferred spice level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sides for Rajma Curry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I simply like to serve this over some plain basmati rice with a little cilantro (corinader). But if you prefer a Pilau rice, check out these recipes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n