Rajma Chawal (Red Kidney Bean Curry)

This easy curry is super easy and super delicious. The Red Kidney beans make this a protein feast and the onion, garlic and turmeric aren't lacking for health benefits either. I'll do a post about the benefits of garlic and turmeric as I can't get enough of the stuff.

To make this curry you will need:

2x can of cooked red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
2x tbsp of cooking oil
3x large garlic cloves
2x red onions
1x can of chopped tomatoes
2x Chillies (your choice what kind you use)
2x tsp turmeric
2x tsp garam masala
2x tsp curry powder
2x tsp coriander powder
2x tsp cumin powder
Big pinch of salt
1x cup of water

Method

1. Begin frying your onions in the oil on a medium heat until they begin to soften
2. Add your spices to the onions and continue cooking until soft
3. Add the garlic to your onion mixture, fry for a further 2-3 minutes
4. Add the kidney beans, chopped tomato, salt and the cup of water
5. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes with the lid off, stir occasionally

Saag Aloo

This is a super easy version of your classic Indian side dish. Its pure vegetables which means it's full of vitamins and easily digestible carbs.

To make this dish you will need:

3x tbsp vegetable oil

500g boiled potatoes cut into chunks

300g spinach leaves

1x red onion  (diced)

2x red chili (diced)

2x garlic cloves (diced)

1x tsp mustard seeds

1x tsp cumin seeds

1x tsp turmeric

1x tsp garam masala

salt to taste

Method

1.Fry the onion in the oil until it begins to soften

2. Add your chiles, garlic and spices. Fry for a further two minutes

3. Add the boiled potatoes and spinach. Stir to cover in the spices and serve.