This recipe for Rajma Masala was created in partnership with Hamilton Beach Canada, as one of their brand ambassadors. All opinions, as always, are my own. I only write about and recommend products I use and love myself. I’ve always loved the idea of Thanksgiving. After all, what’s there to complain about? A whole day dedicated to spending time with loved ones and eating good, comfort food – like Rajma, count me in! Roasting an entire bird large enough to feed half of my neighbourhood has never been my kinda thing, so I always pick an alternative. This year, our Thanksgiving in Canada just whizzed by me – mainly because this time around, it plopped itself right on Little Dude’s ninth birthday! So while the rest of the country feasted on mouthwatering seasonal fare, we folks in the HoH household celebrated the little guy’s big day with things that made him most happy – cake, toys and Biryani. Early on this year, I had decided that I wanted to host a wonderful Indian-inspired Thanksgiving feast. Well, Thanksgiving came and went; and now here I am still caressing the desire to feed my family and friends. So like I always do in similar situations, I just decided to throw caution to the wind and host a huge dinner anyway. Folks in the US can say I celebrated with them, while the rest of the world can take this as my pre Holiday Season bash. This menu definitely resonates with a traditional Thanksgiving feast seasoned with an Indian touch, and I knew I just had to serve my Rajma Masala as one of the mains. Here is what my ideal Indian-inspired Thanksgiving dinner table will look like, good enough for a gathering of 15-20 hungry tummies! Appertizers
Mint-Potato Samosas with Tamarind and Mint-Coriander ChutneysTandoori Chicken Pops with Minty Yogurt Dipping Sauce
Dinner
Indian Roast Chicken LegsRajma Masala (recipe follows, using my new HB Multi-Function Pressure Cooker)Paneer Methi Malai (creamy paneer)Baingan Patiala (tangy eggplant)Bharwaan Mirchi (spicy stuffed peppers)Mushroom & Peas PulaoGarlic NaanCucumber RaitaChopped Salad
Dessert
Gajar Halwa (carrot pudding)Vanilla Ice-cream
What does your Thanksgiving menu look like? I’d love to hear some of your favourite dishes and traditions around this holiday, so please do share! In the meanwhile, I do hope you try this Rajma recipe – which just happens to be one of my personal favourites. If you like enjoyed this recipe, then you will surely love my quick and easy Rajma using canned beans. Tried this recipe? Leave a Comment and let me know, also Rate it by clicking the number of stars on the recipe card. Want to share your version with me? Tag me on Instagram @hookedonheat
