· Rajma with Basmati rice: Also known as rajma chawal is a meal combination. If you order masala rajma, you will also get basmati rice for meal. Rajma is big bean rich in protein, iron, fiber, manganese, copper, phosphorus and Vitamin B that are essential in our diet.  Masala Rajma tastes well with Indian bread varieties. Made with tomato sauce, onion, ginger, garlic and spices – one will relish the taste of rajma for long. It is also easy to prepare at home if you have all necessary ingredients.

· Channa Masala: Chole is popular North Indian dish made with chickpeas, onions, tomatoes, and blend of spices. Recipe of Channa masala slightly might vary. There is also kala chenna variety, that tastes little different and is popular too. Channa masala generally seasoned with cumin, coriander and turmeric with tomato sauce, onion and spices. Adding cooked chickpeas to this spice blend gives a unique taste. This protein and fiber rich dish are one of the most favorite of not just Indians and is popular in the world too. Combination of Channa and big puris called batura is available as Channa-batura or Chole -batura.

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