They absorb the gravy and that in turn gives a good and tastier flavor to Rajma.ĬHITRA KIDNEY BEANS / RAJMA : These rajma are called Chitra rajma only because of the shading on them. They take a longer time then the chitra Rajma but are flavorful. RED KIDNEY BEANS/ RAJMA are dark red in colour and available in 2 sizes. They are fast to cook and you just need 4-5 hours to soak prior cooking. KASHMIRI KIDNEY BEANS/ RAJMA are as name says it all famous as Kashmiri beans. There are usually 3 types of kidney beans
Make it 2-3 whistles on high flame and then slow down the flame and let it make 3-4 whistles more.