Rajma Chutney / Red Kidney Beans Chutney

Ingredients:

Rajma (Red Kidney Beans) – ¾ cup Soaked overnight
Ripe Juicy Tomatoes – 4 – Chop the tomatoes finely

Mustard Seeds – 1 teaspoon
Urud Dal – 1 teaspoon
Cumin Seeds – 1 teaspoon
Grated Ginger – ½ teaspoon (optional)
Oil – 1 tablespoon
Asafoetida
Salt
Red Chilli Powder
Turmeric Powder
Dhania Powder – 1 teaspoon
Coriander Leaves – 1 tablespoon – finely chopped

Method:

Cook Rajma in Pressure cooker and keep it aside.

Heat Oil in a Pressure Pan or Kadai, Add Mustard Seeds, when it sputters, add the Urud Dal and Cumin Seeds, then add the chopped Tomatoes and fry until the tomatoes are cooked. While it is boiling, add Asafoetida, Red Chilli Powder, Turmeric Powder, Dhania and Salt. Add little water if needed. The consistency should not be too thick or too loose. Let it cool down.

Grind the Rajma along with the Tomato Gravy to a smooth Paste.

Mix in the chopped Coriander leaves.

This chutney can be served as a side for Chapathis or can be Mixed with Rice. This can also be used as a Spread for Toasted Bread for a high Protein Breakfast.