Rajma Saagwala ( Zero Oil Recipe)

by Tarla Dalal

Rajma Saagwala, rajma's versatility needs no introduction. It fits beautifully into quite a range of recipes! Here it combines with healthy amaranth leaves, which are rich in fibre, folic acid and vitamin C.

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Rajma's versatility needs no introduction. It fits beautifully into quite a range of recipes! Here it combines with healthy amaranth leaves, which are rich in fibre, folic acid and vitamin C.

Rajma Saagwala, Mixed Veggie Raita and Phulkas makes a simple hearty mini meal.

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Preparation Time: 15 mins Cooking Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins 4Makes 4 serving
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Ingredients

1/2 cup rajma (kidney beans) , soaked overnight
salt to taste
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
2 to 3 green chillies , chopped
1/2 tsp chopped ginger (adrak)
1/2 tsp chopped garlic (lehsun)
1/2 cup chopped onions
3 cups chawli (cow pea) leaves
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/4 cup low fat milk
1/4 tsp sugar (optional)

Method

Wash and drain the rajma. Pressure cook them with 1 cup of water and salt for 2 to 3 whistles.
Allow the steam to escape before opening. Drain, discard the water and keep aside.
Heat a non-stick kadhai on a medium flame and when hot, add the cumin seeds.
Dry roast for about 30 seconds and then add the green chillies, ginger, garlic and onions and cook while stirring continuously till the onions turn brown.
Add the rajma, amaranth leaves and turmeric powder and mix well.
Add the milk and sugar and simmer for 5 to 7 more minutes.
Serve hot.