Meena Devi Meena Devi Asked 10 months ago

Are red beans the same as kidney beans?

I often buy rajma for our Sunday meals, but sometimes I see 'red beans' on the packaging. I just want to clarify if they are truly the same thing or if there's any difference I should know.

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Aparna Sen Aparna Sen Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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They are the same, but does anyone else feel super bloated and uncomfortable after eating them? I really want to include them in my diet but the digestive distress makes me so nervous.

Jaspreet Ahluwalia Jaspreet Ahluwalia Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

They are the same, known as rajma. I eat them in moderate portions because they have a low glycemic index, which is great for managing my blood sugar levels. Just monitor your portions carefully.

Harish Rawat Harish Rawat Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, they are. To prevent any bloating or gas, always discard the water in which you soaked them and boil them with a bit of ginger and hing. It really works and makes them highly digestible.

Preeti Nair Preeti Nair Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

From what I have cooked at home, they are the same. I usually make them once a week for my family, and they suit us well. But for any health queries, it's best to consult a doctor.

Narendra Patel Narendra Patel Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

Yes, they are. I buy them in bulk from wholesale markets to save some money. Keeping food expenses low helps me manage my monthly medical bills for diabetes tests and doctor visits.

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Shruti Iyer Shruti Iyer Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, they are the same. Honestly, with my baby keeping me awake all night, I barely have the energy to think about food, but a quick pressure-cooked pot of rajma is a lifesaver.

Kunal Kamra Kunal Kamra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yeah yaar, they are actually the same thing. People just use different names depending on the recipe. Don't worry, just use normal rajma, it works perfectly fine.

Gurbachan Singh Gurbachan Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Indeed, they are the same. Our elders always recommended eating rajma for strength. Just make sure to chew them properly and cook them with warming spices like cumin to help digestion.

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