Rajma Rice for Sunday Lunch
Dheemi aanch par paka rajma, garam chawal aur Sunday ka aaram — rajma rice hamesha ghar jaisa sukoon deta hai ❤️
Why This Rajma Rice Recipe Works
Rajma rice is a comfort meal that depends on balance. The rajma gravy should be rich and slow-cooked, while the rice should remain soft and neutral. This combination makes the dish satisfying without being heavy.
- Slow-cooked rajma for deep flavour
- Soft rice to balance thick gravy
- Perfect for relaxed weekend lunches
Best Rice for Rajma Rice
Sona Masoori Rice is traditionally preferred for rajma rice because it stays soft, absorbs gravy gently, and does not overpower the flavours of the rajma masala.
- Medium, soft grains
- Pairs well with thick gravies
- Ideal for North Indian meals
Ingredients for Rajma Rice
- 1 cup Sona Masoori Rice
- 1 cup rajma (kidney beans), soaked overnight
- 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
- Onion, tomato, ginger-garlic paste
- Rajma masala
- Salt to taste
How to Make Rajma Rice
- Pressure-cook soaked rajma until soft.
- Prepare onion-tomato masala with spices.
- Add cooked rajma and simmer slowly.
- Cook Sona Masoori Rice separately.
- Serve hot rajma with steamed rice.
Combo With
Rajma rice tastes best when paired with a simple, cooling raita. The freshness of curd balances the richness of the rajma gravy and keeps the meal light and enjoyable.
A basic onion or cucumber raita works perfectly, allowing the rajma rice to remain the highlight of the plate.
Wahhhh! 😍 Sunday ka lunch, poora parivaar ek saath aur rajma chawal ki plate — bas isi mein toh sukoon chhupa hota hai ❤️
Why You’ll Love It
- Classic comfort food
- Slow-cooked flavours
- Perfect family meal
Nutrition Info
- High in plant protein
- Fibre-rich meal
- Filling and nourishing
Serve With
- Plain raita
- Onion salad
- Pickle
Frequently Asked Questions
Which rice is best for rajma rice?
Sona Masoori Rice is ideal as it stays soft and pairs well with thick rajma gravy.
Is rajma rice suitable for weekend meals?
Yes, it is a popular comfort meal enjoyed during relaxed weekend lunches with family.
Can rajma rice be made in advance?
Rajma tastes even better after resting, making it suitable for advance preparation.
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