Baked Beans… But Indian �� Rajma Beans on Toast

rajma beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are lower in calories and high in protein.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier for cooking and adds flavor.

Soak rajma beans overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

Boil the beans in fresh water until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

In a pan, heat oil and add cumin seeds until they sizzle.

Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and green chili; sauté for another 2-3 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.

Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt; cook for 2 minutes.

Add boiled rajma beans and some of the cooking water; simmer for 10 minutes.

Mash some beans for a creamy texture; adjust seasoning as needed.

Toast bread slices until golden brown.

Spread butter on the toast and top with rajma mixture.

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.

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