Delicious Gujarati Kadhi Recipe

Gujarati Kadhi is a popular yogurt-based curry from the state of Gujarat in India. It is a tangy and spicy dish made with chickpea flour, yogurt, and a flavorful tempering of spices. This recipe will guide you through the steps to prepare this traditional and comforting dish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup yogurt
• 4 cups water
• 1/4 cup chickpea flour (besan)
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• 1/2 teaspoon green chili paste
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 10-12 curry leaves
• 2-3 whole dried red chilies
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• Salt to taste
• Chopped cilantro leaves for garnishing

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth.
2. Add water, chickpea flour, turmeric powder, ginger paste, green chili paste, sugar, and salt to the whisked yogurt. Mix well to combine.
3. Heat oil in a deep saucepan or kadai over medium heat.
4. Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chilies to the hot oil. Let them crackle for a few seconds.
5. Pour the yogurt mixture into the saucepan and stir well.
6. Bring the kadhi to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Meanwhile, prepare the tempering. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a small pan.
8. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, and dried red chilies. Let them crackle.
9. Pour the tempering over the cooked kadhi and mix well.
10. Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves and serve hot with steamed rice or khichdi.

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