Kadi

Creamy, tangy, and spiced to perfection, Kadi is a soul-warming Indian yogurt curry that’s both comforting and easy to prepare. Made from a harmonious blend of whisked yogurt and gram flour, this dish is delicately flavored with aromatic spices like cumin, mustard seeds, and fenugreek, and infused with the zest of curry leaves and green chili. The slow simmering process creates a luscious, smooth texture while a golden onion sauté adds depth and richness. Perfectly balanced with a touch of turmeric and chili powder, Kadi is a versatile dish best served steaming hot alongside fluffy rice or soft roti. Whether you’re craving traditional Indian flavors or exploring vegetarian options, this gluten-free recipe is a must-try for hearty, wholesome meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Yogurt (plain)
• 0.5 cup Gram flour (besan)
• 3 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1 chopped Green chili
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 3 crushed Garlic cloves
• 1 sliced Onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together yogurt and gram flour until smooth. Make sure there are no lumps.

Step 2

Add 3 cups of water, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to the yogurt mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.

Step 4

Once mustard seeds splutter, add cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, and asafoetida. Stir briefly.

Step 5

Add curry leaves, chopped green chili, ginger, and crushed garlic. Sauté for a minute until the raw aroma disappears.

Step 6

Add sliced onion and cook until golden brown.

Step 7

Pour the yogurt-gram flour mixture into the pot and stir continuously to prevent curdling.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, allowing it to thicken.

Step 9

Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if required.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot with steamed rice or roti.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1353.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	851.6

Total Fat 49.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 62.7mg	0%
Sodium 2804.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 30.5g
Protein 33.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 725.3mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 1574.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.5%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 35.9%