Vegan Kadhi Chawal

Experience the comforting flavors of homemade **Vegan Kadhi Chawal**, a plant-based take on the classic North Indian dish loved for its tangy and mildly spiced profile. This wholesome recipe features a rich, silky kadhi made from chickpea flour and vegan yogurt, perfectly infused with the earthy aroma of turmeric, cumin, and curry leaves. The dish is topped with a sizzling tempering of mustard seeds and asafoetida for a flavorful finish. Paired with steamed rice, this recipe is not only naturally gluten-free but also comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal meal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this comforting bowl of goodness is a must-try for anyone exploring delicious vegan Indian recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 1.5 cups Vegan yogurt
• 4 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 unit Green chili (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 10 units Curry leaves
• 2 cups Steamed rice
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, vegan yogurt, water, turmeric, and salt. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and there are no lumps.

Step 2

Add grated ginger and chopped green chili to the mixture and stir well.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Once hot, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 4

Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Slowly pour the chickpea flour mixture into the pot, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 6

Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The kadhi will thicken as it cooks.

Step 8

Adjust the salt according to taste and turn off the heat once the kadhi reaches your desired consistency.

Step 9

Serve hot vegan kadhi over steamed rice, garnished with chopped cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1814.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1454.4

Total Fat 47.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2594.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 42.9g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 534.5mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 1690.2mg	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: 29.5%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 57.6%