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Instant Pot Rajma Recipe: Simple & Flavorful

This Instant Pot Rajma recipe is a simple and flavorful dish made with dried kidney beans, aromatic spices, and a rich tomato base. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 people
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried kidney beans (rajma) soaked overnight
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 tomatoes pureed
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • to taste Salt
  • as needed Water just enough to cover the beans

Instructions: 

  • Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Heat oil and add cumin seeds.
  • Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
  • Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for a minute.
  • Add tomato puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates.
  • Drain the soaked kidney beans and add them to the pot. Mix well.
  • Add water just enough to cover the beans.
  • Close the Instant Pot with the lid, set the vent to sealing, and pressure cook on high for 25 minutes.
  • Once done, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure.
  • Open the lid, stir the rajma, and adjust the consistency if needed.
  • Serve hot with rice or roti.

Notes:

For a richer flavor, you can add a dollop of butter or cream before serving.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Keywords:

Keyword Instant Pot, Kidney Beans, Rajma
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