Rajma II (Traditional Red Kidney Beans)
Rajma II Rajma II or Red Kidney Beans is a very traditional Punjabi stew - sans all the veggies I typically like to add :D. It is really quite simple to make and a real winner! Slow simmered and saucy, it is usually served over rice - "rajma-chaval" is a famous combo - but is equally delicious with other grains or roti and other Indian breads like naan. Just as I do with the other rajma , I often like to serve this one also on its own with a side of salad or raita . Rajma-Chawal For more information on bean facts and preparation, read this post. Beans of all kinds freeze beautifully; so I always cook a double or triple batch so that one or two portions can be added to other dishes and/or frozen for another day. Canned beans and tomatoes may be used to make Rajma. 4 servings Ingredients: 1 cup Red Kidney Beans (rajma) 1-2 Dry Red chiles 1 Bay Leaf 1 Black Cardamom, crushed slightly 1 thin slice fresh Ginger 1 Tbsp Oil (Optional) 1...