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Rajma
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Rajma served with boiled rice from India.
Alternative names Razma, Laal Lobia
Place of origin Indian subcontinent
Region or state India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan
Associated national cuisine India
Main ingredients Kidney beans
Food energy
(per serving)
100 grams of boiled Rajma beans contain 140 calories kcal
Rajma Chawal
Rajma, or kidney beans, cooked in a tasty sauce with onions and tomatoes. It's a popular dish from India.

Rajma (also called rajmah or razma) is a delicious vegetarian meal. It comes from the Indian subcontinent. This dish is made with red kidney beans. These beans are cooked in a thick sauce called a gravy. Many Indian spices are added to make it flavorful. Rajma is usually eaten with rice.

It's a common food in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and parts of Pakistan. The red kidney bean first came to the Indian subcontinent from Mexico. When Rajma is served with boiled rice, it's called Rajma chawal.

Where Rajma is Popular

Rajma is a very well-liked dish. It's popular in the northern parts of India. You'll also find it enjoyed in Pakistan and Nepal.

Special Rajma Beans

Some of the best Rajma beans are grown in northern India. These areas include Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and the Jammu region. The Rajma from Chinta Valley in Doda district is very famous. These beans are smaller than others. They also have a slightly sweet taste.

Rajma and Rice

The combination of Rajma and rice is a top favorite. People in North India and Nepalis love this meal. In India, Rajma is often cooked with onion, garlic, and many spices. It's a main food in Nepal.

How Rajma is Made

Rajma Masala is a popular way to prepare this dish. It's common in northern India and Pakistan.

Punjabi Style Rajma

In the Punjabi style, kidney beans are soaked overnight in water. This makes them softer. Then, they are cooked in a pressure cooker. After that, a special sauce is added. This sauce is called bhuna masala. It's made with chopped onions, diced tomato, ginger, and garlic. Many spices are mixed in too. These include cumin, coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder.

Rajma Nutrition

Rajma beans are good for you. A 100-gram serving of cooked Rajma beans has about 140 calories. It also contains 5.7 grams of protein. This protein helps your body grow strong. There are 5.9 grams of fat and 18 grams of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates give you energy.

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