Kadhi is a popular Indian dish made with a yogurt-based curry sauce and various ingredients such as vegetables, lentils, or chickpea flour dumplings. It is a comforting and flavorful dish that is often served with rice, roti, or other Indian breads.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup yogurt
- 2 tablespoons gram flour (besan)
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons ghee or oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 cups water
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together yogurt, gram flour, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder (if using), garam masala powder, and salt.
- Heat ghee or oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the yogurt mixture and stir well.
- Add water and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let cook for 10-15 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice, roti, or other Indian breads.
Tips:
- Use a whisk to ensure the gram flour is well mixed with the yogurt.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your desired level of spiciness.
- Add vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or carrots to make a vegetable Kadhi.
- Experiment with different spices, like cumin powder or coriander powder, to change the flavor profile.
Enjoy your delicious Gujarati Kadhi!
