Amritsari Rajma Ki Chutney

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Amritsari Rajma Ki Chutney

A traditional North Indian side dish originating from the city of Amritsar, Punjab, this Rajma ki Chutney is a spicy, tangy, and flavorful accompaniment to many Indian meals.

🍽️ Side Dish 🌍 Indian 📊 Easy ⭐ 4.8/5 (791 reviews)
⏱️
18m
Prep
🔥
32m
Cook
50m
Total
👥
4
Serves
🔥
420
Cal/Serving

🛒 Ingredients

  • 1 cup Kidney Beans
  • 1 cup Red Onions
  • 2 cm Ginger
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2 pieces Green Chilies
  • 1 cup Tomato
  • 2 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 2 tbsp Tamarind Paste
  • 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Garam Masala
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Soak the kidney beans overnight and cook them until they're tender.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Heat oil in a pan and sauté the onions until they're translucent.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Add the ginger, garlic, and green chilies to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Add the tomato to the pan and cook until it's soft.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, tamarind paste, and red chili powder to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Add the cooked kidney beans, salt, and lemon juice to the pan and mix well.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Reduce the heat and let the chutney simmer for 5-7 minutes.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool down.

💡 Pro Tips

To get the best flavor, use freshly cooked kidney beans. Adjust the amount of chilies according to your taste. Chutney can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

420
Calories
22g
Protein
50g
Carbs
15g
Fat
8g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
420mg
Sodium
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