## Masoor Dal and Rajma Masala Recipe (North Indian Recipes Style)
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Masoor Dal and Rajma Masala Recipe** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **North Indian Recipes Dinner**, this dish is **High Protein Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 15 minutes
**Cook time:** 20 minutes
**Total time:** 35 minutes
**Cuisine:** North Indian Recipes
**Course:** Dinner
**Diet:** High Protein Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Masoor Dal and Rajma Masala Recipe:
* 1 cup Masoor Dal (Whole)
* 1/2 cup Rajma (Large Kidney Beans)
* 1 Onion
* 2 Tomatoes – pureed
* 1 Green Chilli – slit
* 1 inch Ginger
* 2 teaspoons Coriander Powder (Dhania)
* 1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
* 1 teaspoon Garam masala powder
* 1 inch Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini)
* 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
* 1 teaspoon Ginger – juliennes for garnish
* 2 teaspoons Ghee – or clarified butter
* Salt – to taste
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Masoor Dal and Rajma Masala Recipe:
1. wash and soak the lentils overnight and then pressure cook with water and little salt using a pressure cooker for 3 to 4 whistles and keep aside.
2. Now, make a smooth paste of onion and ginger and keep aside.
3. Heat ghee in a pan on medium heat, add the cinnamon stick, cumin seeds and let it splutter.
4. Add in the onion and ginger paste and saute till it turns brown.
5. Add the slit green chilli and tomato puree and saute for 2 minutes.
6. Now, add the dry spices including coriander, red chilli and garam masala powder and saute for couple of minutes till the raw smell goes away.
7. Add the cooked whole masoor dal and rajma to the pan, enough water to your your desired conistency, season with salt and let it simmer for 10 minutes on low flame.
8. Once, the lentils are thick, switch off the flame and garnish with the ginger julienne’s.
9. Serve Masoor Dal Aur Rajma Masala Recipe along with Roti’s or Steamed Rice for the weeknight dinner.
### Tips for the Best Masoor Dal and Rajma Masala Recipe:
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Adjust the level of spices like chili powder to suit your personal taste.
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