Punjabi Rajma Masala Recipe
Punjabi Rajma Masala is an authentic North India Vegetarian celebrated for its traditional flavors. Made with 9 metric-measured ingredients (including Chitra Rajma (Kidney Beans), Onions (Finely chopped), Tomato Puree, Ginger Garlic Paste, Rajma Masala / Garam Masala), this recipe takes approximately 35 mins to prepare and serves 4. On Shopvora, you can scale servings and order all ingredients in one click directly to your Swiggy Instamart cart for 10-15 minute doorstep delivery.
Ingredients for Punjabi Rajma Masala
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Soak Chitra rajma overnight in water. Pressure cook with salt and whole spices for 6-7 whistles until completely soft.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Chef's Secrets & Pro Cooking Tips
Professional culinary techniques for restaurant-quality Punjabi Rajma Masala at home
Bloom Spices in Warm Fat
Whole spices (cumin, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon) release their fat-soluble flavor compounds only when bloomed in hot ghee or mustard oil before wet ingredients are introduced.
Balance Acid, Fat & Heat
If the gravy feels heavy or flat, a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of amchur (dry mango powder) brightens the entire profile instantly.
Deglaze the Pan (Fond Retention)
Scrape the caramelized browned bits sticking to the bottom of your kadai using a splash of warm water. That fond contains the most concentrated umami flavor.
🥗Nutritional Breakdown
Estimated nutritional facts per serving (based on 4 servings)
* Percent Daily Values (% DV) are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet. Actual nutritional requirements may differ based on age, gender, and physical activity level.
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Ingredients
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Chitra Rajma (Kidney Beans)
1.5 cups (300 g)
Onions (Finely chopped)
2 large
Tomato Puree
1.5 cups (300 g)
Ginger Garlic Paste
2 tbsp
Rajma Masala / Garam Masala
1.5 tbsp
Coriander & Cumin Powder
1 tbsp each
Cooking Oil / Ghee
3 tbsp
Fresh Coriander
0.5 cup
Salt
1 tsp