Kashmiri red Rajma | Kidney beans
About Kashmiri Red Rajma
Hand-harvested from the fertile valleys of Kashmir’s Bhaderwah & Doda districts, our small-grained red rajma (kidney beans) is renowned for its buttery texture and quick cooking time. Each batch is sun-dried, stone-cleaned and triple-sorted to remove dust and broken kernels, giving you a 99.9% pure, farm-fresh bean that turns delightfully creamy without losing shape.
Single-estate Himalayan farms, 1 ,800 m altitude
Naturally dried & unpolished – no chemicals, no preservatives
Nutritional Facts (per 100 g, raw)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 337 kcal |
| Protein | 24 g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60 g |
| • Dietary Fiber | 25 g |
| Total Fat | 1.2 g |
| Iron | 6.7 mg |
| Potassium | 1 406 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 394 µg |
| Calcium | 143 mg |
| Magnesium | 176 mg |
How to Use
- Classic Rajma Masala: Soak 6–8 h, pressure-cook 20 min, simmer with tomato-onion gravy & Kashmiri spices.
- Protein-Packed Salad: Boiled rajma + diced cucumbers, onions, pomegranate & lemon-cumin dressing.
- Comforting Rajma-Rice: Ladle creamy rajma over steamed basmati for the iconic rajma-chawal.
- Mexican-Style Chili: Swap pinto beans with rajma for deeper color & taste.
- Rajma Hummus: Blend boiled beans, tahini, garlic & olive oil for a smoky Kashmiri twist.
Purity Check at Home
- Visual Test: Uniform wine-red color with a natural sheen; no white polish or powdery residue.
- Float Test: Drop a handful in water—pure rajma sinks quickly; adulterated/old beans float.
- Sprout Test: Soak a few beans overnight and keep them moist; genuine beans sprout within 36 h.
- Scratch Test: Rub two beans together—skin should not peel off like painted polish.
- Pest Check: Spread on a white plate; any pin-holes indicate weevils—our airtight packs prevent this.
Health Benefits
- High Plant Protein: 24 g protein fuels muscle repair & vegetarian diets.
- Low Glycemic Load: Slow-release carbs support blood-sugar balance for diabetics.
- Rich in Resistant Starch & Fiber: Promotes gut microbiome & longer satiety.
- Heart-Smart Minerals: Magnesium & potassium help maintain healthy blood pressure.
- Iron-Dense: 6.7 mg iron combats fatigue & supports hemoglobin levels.
- Antioxidant Anthocyanins: Deep red color signifies free-radical-fighting compounds.
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Organic Kashmiri Red Rajma – Tiny Beans, Mighty Nutrition
From the mist-kissed slopes of Doda & Bhaderwah valleys in Kashmir springs a heirloom bean renowned across India for its velvety texture, quick cooking time, and deep wine-red glow. Meet the Organic Kashmiri Red Rajma – a small-grained kidney bean that brings Himalayan purity to your plate.
Why Kashmiri Rajma Tastes So Special
High-altitude soils (1,800 m), glacier-fed water, and sub-zero winters create slow-growing beans that develop richer micronutrients than plains-grown varieties. Our partner farmers follow traditional organic practices – no chemical fertilisers, no pesticides – and sun-dry the harvest on woven willow mats, locking in the earthy flavour Kashmir is famous for.
Nutrition Snapshot (per 100 g, raw)
- 24 g Plant Protein – supports muscle repair on vegan & vegetarian diets.
- 25 g Dietary Fibre – keeps you fuller longer and feeds gut-friendly bacteria.
- Iron & Folate – boost haemoglobin and prenatal health.
- Low Fat, Zero Cholesterol – heart-smart addition to daily meals.
6 Research-Backed Health Benefits
- Steadies post-meal blood sugar thanks to low glycaemic load.
- Rich magnesium & potassium support healthy blood pressure.
- Resistant starch acts as a pre-biotic for a balanced microbiome.
- Anthocyanin pigments fight oxidative stress.
- Soluble fibre lowers LDL “bad” cholesterol levels.
- Creates long-lasting satiety, aiding weight-management goals.
5 Delicious Ways to Use Organic Kashmiri Rajma
Beyond the iconic rajma-chawal, these beans shine in:
- Creamy Rajma Masala with Kashmiri mirch & ghee-tempered garlic.
- Rajma Burrito Bowls – swap black beans for rajma to up the colour.
- Protein-Packed Buddha Bowls with quinoa, avocado & lemon tahini.
- Rajma Hummus Dip – a smoky twist on classic chickpea hummus.
- Slow-Cooked Winter Chili with tomatoes, bell peppers & cumin.
From Farm to Fork – Our Sustainable Promise
Every pack is hand-sorted to 99.9 % purity, filled in paper-based bags, and shipped carbon-neutral. Buying Kashmiri beans supports small family farms, preserves indigenous seed varieties, and keeps Himalayan soil chemical-free.
Ready to Taste Kashmir?
Bring home these organic, unpolished kidney beans today and experience the authentic flavours of the Himalayas in under 30 minutes of cooking time.
