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How To Make Punjabi Kadhi At Home | Easy Punjabi Kadhi Recipe | पंजाबी पकौड़ा कढ़ी #punjabikadhi

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Punjabi Kadhi

Cultural Context

Originating from the Punjab region of India, Punjabi Kadhi is a beloved dish made with yogurt and gram flour, often featuring spicy dumplings. Traditionally enjoyed with rice or roti, it reflects the region's rich culinary heritage and communal dining culture. Today, Kadhi has gained popularity across India and beyond, with variations found in different states, showcasing local ingredients and flavors.

IndianINPunjabmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons gram flour
salt
1 cup sour yogurt
1 cup water
1 onion
1 tablespoon ginger
1 green chili
1 tablespoon mustard oil
1 tablespoon fenugreek leaves
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon carom seeds
1 dried red chili
1 tablespoon chopped coriander
water for boiling

yogurt

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is a healthier alternative with similar texture.

mustard seeds

🥗Healthier: cumin seeds

💰Cheaper: black sesame seeds

Cumin seeds can provide a similar flavor profile.

curry leaves

💰Cheaper: bay leaves

Bay leaves are easier to find and add aroma.

1

Prepare a dry spice mix with black pepper, carom seeds, and a dried red chili.

2

Heat mustard oil in a pan for tempering.

3

Add fenugreek leaves, chopped ginger, and green chili to the oil.

4

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

5

Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder.

6

In a bowl, mix sour yogurt with equal parts water, 2 tablespoons gram flour, and salt until smooth.

7

Pour the yogurt mixture into the pan, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.

8

Cook until the mixture comes to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.

9

Prepare onion fritters with more onion than gram flour, adding spices and a little yogurt if needed.

10

Shape fritters and deep-fry in hot oil until golden brown.

11

Add the fritters to the simmering kadhi and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingsautéingsimmeringfrying

Equipment Needed

panmixing bowlfrying panladle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Kadhi PakoraKadhi

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