Sugar-Free Kadi

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Sugar-Free Kadi, a wholesome twist on the traditional North Indian classic. Crafted with creamy plain yogurt, gram flour (besan), and a perfectly balanced blend of spices, this dish is both light and tantalizingly aromatic. Unlike its sugary counterparts, this recipe remains naturally flavorful, relying on turmeric, red chili, and the zest of ginger garlic paste to elevate its taste. A sizzling tempering of mustard seeds, cumin, fenugreek, and curry leaves adds a rich, earthy layer, while asafoetida and green chilies bring irresistible depth. This sugar-free, gluten-free delight is ready in just 40 minutes and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or soft chapatis for a comforting, nourishing meal. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this Kadi recipe is your go-to for guilt-free indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups plain yogurt
• 3 tablespoons gram flour (besan)
• 4 cups water
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
• 10 leaves curry leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
• 2 green chilies, slit
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt and gram flour until smooth.

Step 2

Add water gradually to the yogurt mixture, continuing to whisk to form a smooth and lump-free batter.

Step 3

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and ginger garlic paste to the yogurt mixture and stir well to combine.

Step 4

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5

Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and fenugreek seeds. Let them splutter for a few seconds.

Step 6

Add curry leaves, asafoetida, and slit green chilies to the pan and sauté for a minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Slowly pour the yogurt mixture into the saucepan while continuously stirring to prevent curdling.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil on medium heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure it doesn't stick to the bottom.

Step 10

Taste and adjust salt if needed.

Step 11

Once done, remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped coriander.

Step 12

Serve hot with steamed rice or chapati.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1622.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	752.5

Total Fat 39.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 29.4mg	0%
Sodium 2775.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 42.5g
Protein 35.9g	0%

Vitamin D 235.2IU	0%
Calcium 1048.6mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 1956.7mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 35.5%