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    Whisk Affair » Recipes » Dal & Curries » Veg Curries » Traditional Gujarati Kadhi

    Published: Jun 23, 2022 | Last Updated On: Jun 23, 2022 by Neha Mathur

    Traditional Gujarati Kadhi

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    Gujarati Kadhi is a traditional yogurt-based curry that is spicy, sweet, and sour in taste. Make it using my easy recipe in under 30 minutes.

    Here are some more kadhi recipes that you may like – Sindhi Kadhi, Gujarati Mango Kadhi, Raw Mango Kadhi, and Vegetable Kadhi.

    Gujarati kadhi served in a bowl.
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    • About This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make Gujarati Kadhi
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage Suggestions
    • You Might Also Like
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    About This Recipe

    Gujarati Kadhi is a traditional Gujarati yogurt-based curry that has a spicy, sweet, and sour taste.

    Made using simple ingredients, Gujarati kadhi, and steamed rice is comfort food for many Gujaratis.

    This dish is considered great for summers, as the yogurt in it works as a cooling agent for the body, but I also love it in winters with rice or khichdi. 

    Normally, vegetables are not added to this dish but feel free to add veggies of your choice like carrots, french beans, cauliflower, etc, and make it more wholesome. You can also add pakoras, wadi, or even boondi to it.

    Greens like methi, spinach, or kale can be added too.

    Unlike the Punjabi kadhi or Rajasthani kadhi, Gujju style kadhi is mostly white as no turmeric powder is added to it, but you can always add some turmeric and make it yellow. It is also thinner than the Punjabi kadhi.

    You can easily double or triple the Gujarati kadhi recipe if making it for a crowd.

    Ingredients

    Gujarati kadhi ingredients 1
    Gujarati kadhi ingredients 2

    Yogurt – It makes the base of the kadhi. Ideally, homemade yogurt that has turned slightly sour is best to make this dish but if you don’t have access to it, then feel free to use the regular plain yogurt.

    You can also keep the plain yogurt in a warm place for 3-4 hours. It will turn sour.

    You can use low-fat or full-fat yogurt. I personally like to use full-fat yogurt as it makes the kadhi very creamy and delicious.

    If you are using low-fat yogurt, increase the amount of besan by 1 tsp. This will make sure your kadhi is still very creamy.

    Besan (Chickpea Flour, Gram Flour) – It makes the kadhi creamy and also prevents the yogurt from curdling while cooking.

    Sugar – Gujarati Kadhi is slightly sweet in taste unlike the other version of kadhies. Traditionally white sugar is added to sweeten it, but you can also use jaggery or brown sugar.

    Tempering Ingredients – Gujarati Kadhi is tempered with cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds (methi seeds, curry leaves, asafetida (hing), and dry red chilies.

    You can use oil or ghee for tempering.

    Others – You will also need fresh ginger, green chillies, and salt.

    Adjust the green chilies as per your taste.

    How To Make Gujarati Kadhi

    Make The Batter

    In a large mixing bowl, mix together 1 cup slightly sour yogurt, 3 tablespoon chickpea flour, ½ teaspoon finely chopped ginger, ½ teaspoon finely chopped green chilies, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon sugar to make a lump-free mixture.

    You can use a hand blender or a wire whisk to mix the ingredients.

    Yogurt, besan, ginger, green chilies, salt and sugar added to a bowl.
    Lump free mixture made.

    Add 3 cups of water and mix well.

    Water mixed in the bowl.

    Make The Kadhi

    Heat 2 tablespoon vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.

    Oil heating in a pan.

    Once the oil is hot, add 2 cloves, 1-inch of cinnamon stick, ½ teaspoon cumin seeds, ½ teaspoon mustard seeds, ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seeds, 15-20 curry leaves, ¼ teaspoon asafetida, and 2-3 dry red chilies and let them crackle for 5-6 seconds.

    Cloves, cinnamon, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, asafetida and dry red chilies added to the pan.

    Now add the yogurt and chickpea flour mixture to the pan and mix well.

    Yogurt and chickpea flour mixture added to the pan.

    Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir frequently to prevent the kadhi from sticking at the bottom of the pan or spilling over.

    Once the kadhi comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low.

    Cook for 12-15 minutes until the besan is cooked well and the kadhi thickens, stirring frequently.

    If there is raw taste of the besan, then cook the kadhi for another 2-3 minutes.

    Check for salt and add more if needed.

    Serve hot.

    Ready kadhi.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the difference between Gujarati kadhi and Punjabi kadhi?

    Both Gujarati and Punjabi kadhi are made with yogurt and gram flour as their base but they are very different from each other.

    To make the Gujarati version, use very slightly sour yogurt while for the Punjabi version, you should use the yogurt which is quite sour.

    Gujarati version has sugar added to it and is slightly sweet in taste, while Punjabi style kadhi is spicy and tangy. 

    The consistency of Gujarati kadhi is thinner than Punjabi kadhi.

    In Punjabi kadhi, pakoras are added while Gujarati kadhi is mostly served plain.

    Traditionally, turmeric is not added in Gujarati kadhi while it is added in Punjabi kadhi.

    How to make Gujarati kadhi in an instant pot?

    Make the kadhi batter as per the recipe. Press SAUTE button on the instant pot. Add oil and once the oil is hot, add cloves, cinnamon, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, asafetida, and dry red chilies and let them crackle for 5-6 seconds. Add the kadhi batter and mix well. Close the lid of the instant pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Press PRESSURE COOK and set the timer to 8 minutes at low pressure. Once the timer goes off, do a 10-minute NPR followed by QPR. Open the lid and serve the kadhi.

    How to make vegan Gujarati kadhi?

    To make it vegan, use vegan yogurt like coconut yogurt, soy yogurt, etc in place of dairy yogurt.

    How to make gluten-free kadhi?

    Just skip adding asafetida (hing) to the recipe to make it gluten-free.

    Serving Suggestions

    You can serve Gujarati Kadhi with Steamed Basmati Rice or Roti.

    Serve it with khichdi like Moong Dal Khichdi, Rajasthani Bajre Ki Khichdi, Moong Dal Daliya Khichdi, and Vegetable Oats Khichdi.

    You can also serve it with Jeera Rice, Matar Pulao, Vegetable Pulao, or any other North Indian Pulav. 

    Storage Suggestions

    You can store the leftover kadhi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

    Reheat well in a pan over the stovetop or in a microwave before serving. Add a little water if the kadhi has thickened post refrigerating.

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    Gujarati Kadhi is a traditional yogurt-based curry that is spicy, sweet, and sour in taste. Make it using my easy recipe in under 30 minutes.

    Gujarati Kadhi Recipe

    Gujarati Kadhi is a traditional yogurt-based curry that is spicy, sweet, and sour in taste. Make it using my easy recipe in under 30 minutes.
    4.45 from 9 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Indian
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 136kcal
    Author: Neha Mathur

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup plain yogurt (see notes)
    • 3 tablespoons chickpea flour (besan)
    • ½ teaspoon finely chopped ginger
    • ½ teaspoon finely chopped green chilies
    • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
    • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
    • 3 cups water
    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 2 cloves
    • 1 inch piece of cinnamon stick
    • ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
    • ½ teaspoon mustard seeds (sarson)
    • ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seeds (methi dana)
    • 15-20 curry leaves
    • ¼ teaspoon asafetida (hing)
    • 2-3 dry red chilies
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    Instructions

    Make The Batter

    • In a large mixing bowl, mix together yogurt, chickpea flour, ginger, chilies, salt, and sugar to make a lump-free mixture.
    • You can use a hand blender or a wire whisk to mix the ingredients.
    • Add water and mix well.

    Make The Kadhi

    • Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
    • Once the oil is hot, add cloves, cinnamon, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, asafetida, and dry red chilies, and let them crackle for 5-6 seconds.
    • Now add the yogurt and chickpea flour mixture to the pan and mix well.
    • Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir frequently to prevent the kadhi from sticking at the bottom of the pan or spilling over.
    • Once the kadhi comes to a boil, reduce the heat to low.
    • Cook for 12-15 minutes until the besan is cooked well and the kadhi thickens, stirring frequently.
    • If there is raw taste of besan, then cook the kadhi for another 2-3 minutes.
    • Check for salt and add more if needed.
    • Serve hot.

    Notes

    Normally, vegetables are not added to this dish but feel free to add veggies of your choice like carrots, french beans, cauliflower, etc, and make it more wholesome. You can also add pakoras, wadi, or even boondi to it.
    Greens like methi, spinach, or kale can be added too.
    You can easily double or triple the recipe if making it for a crowd.
    Ideally, homemade yogurt that has turned slightly sour is best to make this dish but if you don’t have access to it, then feel free to use the regular plain yogurt.
    You can also keep the plain yogurt in a warm place for 3-4 hours. It will turn sour.
    You can use low-fat or full-fat yogurt. I personally like to use full-fat yogurt as it makes the kadhi very creamy and delicious.
    If you are using low-fat yogurt, increase the amount of besan by 1 tsp. This will make sure your kadhi is still very creamy.
    Adjust the green chilies as per your taste.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 199mg | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 415IU | Vitamin C: 107.7mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 0.7mg
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    Comments

    1. Ethan W.

      March 22, 2016 at 9:12 am

      5 stars
      Good idea to whisk it that way!

      Reply
      • msnehamathur

        March 23, 2016 at 12:56 pm

        Thnx Ethan

        Reply
    2. Mrittika Dey

      July 16, 2018 at 4:50 am

      5 stars
      So, easily you have described. I read some Gujarati curry recipes other day, but when I started I found lumps and the texture almost changed to bhurji.
      As you mentioned, after whisking well, need to heat it and then boil it. I will follow these steps. And will surely let you know.

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        July 16, 2018 at 8:06 am

        Thnx. Do let me know how it turned out for you 🙂

        Reply
      • Puneet

        July 16, 2020 at 4:00 pm

        5 stars
        Came out well. Light and tasty. Thank you.

        Reply
        • Neha Mathur

          July 19, 2020 at 4:55 am

          Happy to hear 🙂

          Reply
    3. Viniscookbook

      February 19, 2019 at 7:48 am

      Thanks so much for sharing this kadhi recipe. This looks so tempting. Definitely going to make this.

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        February 19, 2019 at 11:22 am

        Do try. It’s a very easy recipe.

        Reply
    4. akshita

      January 15, 2020 at 7:48 pm

      when do you put the sugar in?
      its not in the instructions

      Reply
      • Neha Mathur

        January 22, 2020 at 2:27 pm

        I just updated. Thanks for mentioning.

        Reply

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