{"product_id":"desi-kitchen-red-kidney-beans-dark-3-5-lb","title":"Desi Kitchen Red Kidney Beans Dark 3.5 Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesi Kitchen Red Kidney Beans Dark 3.5 lb are premium large dark red kidney beans — bold-flavored, firm and excellent for classic rajma masala, chili and Mexican-inspired dishes. The 3.5 lb family size is ideal for households that cook beans as a weekly meal staple. Available at Anora's Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Desi Kitchen Dark Red Kidney Beans\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, dark red kidney beans — bold, robust flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm texture after cooking — holds up well in long-simmered curries and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 lb family pack for regular cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent source of plant protein, fiber and iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoak overnight for 10–12 hours. Drain and pressure cook with fresh water for 6–7 whistles until very soft. Prepare as Punjabi rajma curry with a rich, spiced onion-tomato gravy, or use in hearty beef chili, Tex-Mex rice bowls and burritos. Dark red kidney beans also work beautifully in Italian pasta e fagioli.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre dark red kidney beans the same as chitra (speckled) rajma?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — dark red kidney beans have a uniform deep red color and firmer texture. Chitra rajma is speckled and creamier. Both are excellent but give different results in curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy must kidney beans be cooked thoroughly?\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw kidney beans contain phytohaemagglutinin (PHA), which can cause nausea if beans are undercooked. Always soak and boil fully to neutralize this compound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use dark kidney beans in vegetarian chili?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — their bold flavor and firm texture make them ideal in vegetarian chili with tomatoes, peppers and cumin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains kidney beans\/legumes. May be processed in a facility handling other legumes. Check the label for full allergen details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001897328867,"sku":"66062696","price":13.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/61iGU_2BwybwL._SL1500.jpg?v=1781890484","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/desi-kitchen-red-kidney-beans-dark-3-5-lb","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}