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Kadhi Chawal Recipe

🧾 Ingredients

For Kadhi (Main Curry):

  • 2 cups curd (dahi) – base for our creamy kadhi recipe

  • 2 cups gram flour (besan)

  • 2 cups water

  • ½ tsp turmeric powder (haldi)

  • 1 tsp red chili powder

  • Salt to taste

For Tempering:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for a healthy Indian meal)

  • 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)

  • A pinch of asafoetida (hing)

  • 2–3 dry red chilies

  • 8–10 curry leaves

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • 1 small potato (optional), chopped

For Pakoras:

  • 1 cup gram flour (besan)

  • ½ tsp turmeric powder

  • ½ tsp carom seeds (ajwain)

  • Salt to taste

  • Water as required

  • Olive oil for shallow frying

For Garnish:

  • Fresh coriander leaves

👩‍🍳 Method

Step 1: Prepare the Kadhi Batter

  1. Take 2 cups of curd in a mixing bowl and whisk until smooth.

  2. Add 2 cups besan and 2 cups water gradually to make a lump-free batter.

  3. Mix in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. This batter forms the base of your flavorful kadhi chawal.

Step 2: Make the Tempering

  1. Heat olive oil in a kadhai to give your home-style curry a light, healthy twist.

  2. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.

  3. Add hing, dry red chilies, curry leaves, onion, and potatoes (optional).

  4. Sauté until golden brown and aromatic — this tempering adds depth to the kadhi recipe.

Step 3: Cook the Kadhi

  1. Pour the prepared curd-besan batter into the tempering.

  2. Stir continuously to prevent lumps and curdling.

  3. Cook on medium flame for 20–25 minutes until the kadhi thickens and the raw besan flavor disappears.

  4. Your creamy home-style curry base for kadhi chawal is now ready.

Step 4: Prepare the Pakoras

  1. In a bowl, mix besan, turmeric powder, ajwain, salt, and a little water to make a thick batter.

  2. Heat olive oil in a frying pan.

  3. Drop small spoonfuls of batter and fry until golden brown on both sides.

  4. These crispy pakoras make the kadhi recipe more authentic and satisfying.

Step 5: Combine & Serve

  1. Add the fried pakoras to the cooked kadhi and simmer for 5 minutes.

  2. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves for that final touch.

  3. Serve hot with steamed rice — your comforting bowl of Kadhi Chawal is ready!
    This dish is a complete healthy Indian meal that represents the simplicity and warmth of Indian home cooking.

💡 Tips:

  • Use slightly sour curd for the best tangy flavor in your kadhi recipe.

  • Stir continuously to avoid lumps in the home-style curry.

  • Use olive oil for a light and nutritious healthy Indian meal alternative.