Indian
Indian - South Indian Classics
Rajma Masala
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 1 cup black chickpeas (kadala), soaked overnight
- • 1 cup thick coconut milk
- • 2 tbsp coconut oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 10 curry leaves
- • 1 large onion, sliced
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 1 tsp red chili powder
- • 1 1/2 tsp salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Pressure-cook the soaked kadala with the turmeric and 1 tsp of the salt until soft.
2
Phase 2
Heat the coconut oil and pop the mustard seeds and curry leaves.
3
Phase 3
Add the onion and fry until golden, then stir in the red chili powder for 30 seconds.
4
Phase 4
Add the cooked kadala with its liquid, mash a few chickpeas, and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Phase 5
Stir in the coconut milk and the remaining salt, warm through without boiling, and serve with puttu.