Kidney Beans (Rajma) In Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Kidney Beans (Rajma) In Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 6 cardamom pods (green or white); 1 cup plain yogurt, blended; 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric; 2 cups cooked kidney beans; 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cardamom pods, and stir-fry until the onion turns light brown around the edges, 3 to 5 minutes.
2
Stir in the blended yogurt and continue to cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the watery liquid evaporates from the yogurt and leaves behind reddish-brown curd like pellets, 12 to 15 minutes.
3
Sprinkle in the turmeric and incorporate it into the tart sauce. Add 2 cups water and the beans, salt, garam masala, and cayenne. Bring the curry to a boil. Then lower the heat to medium and gently boil the sauce, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
4
When ready to serve, garnish.
5
with a bunch of chopped fresh cilantro, and serve with some plain or Jeera Rice!

174

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 tablespoon oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 6 cardamom pods (green or white), 1 cup plain yogurt, blended, and more.

Yes, Kidney Beans (Rajma) In Yogurt Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kidney Beans (Rajma) In Yogurt Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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