Authentic Gujarati Kadhi

A sweet and spicy yogurt-based soup thickened with fine gram flour. A staple in every Gujarati household, perfectly complementing hot rice or khichdi.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Devam Besan (Gram Flour)
• 1 cup Sour Yogurt (Curd)
• 3 cups Water
• 1 tsp Devam Mustard Seeds
• 1 tsp Devam Jiru (Cumin Seeds)
• 2 Green Chilies & 1 inch Ginger, crushed
• 1 tbsp Ghee
• Salt and Sugar/Jaggery to taste

Instructions

• In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt and Devam Besan until completely smooth and lump-free.

• Add water, salt, and sugar. Mix well and set aside.

• In a deep pan, heat ghee. Add Devam Mustard Seeds and Devam Jiru. Let them crackle.

• Add the crushed ginger-chili paste and sauté for a few seconds.

• Slowly pour in the yogurt-besan mixture while stirring continuously to prevent curdling.

• Bring the kadhi to a gentle boil on medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it simmer for 10-12 minutes until it thickens slightly and the raw smell of besan disappears.

• Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.