Recipe: Dahi-Shak Ki Kadhi

Give classic kadhi a wholesome twist with tender vegetables simmered in a tangy, creamy yoghurt and besan base. Lightly spiced and comforting, it makes a delicious everyday meal.

Prep time: 15 min | Cook time: 25 min | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup curd
• 2 tbsp besan
• 1 cup chopped mixed vegetables, such as lauki, carrot and beans
• 1 tbsp oil
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• ½ tsp mustard seeds
• 1 pinch hing
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp ginger paste
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• 1-2 green chillies, slit
• 1 tbsp chopped coriander

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Method

1. Whisk curd, besan, turmeric, chilli powder, coriander powder and salt until smooth.
2. Heat oil and temper cumin, mustard seeds, hing, curry leaves and green chillies.
3. Add ginger paste and sauté briefly. Add the chopped vegetables and cook until slightly tender.
4. Lower the heat and add the curd-besan mixture, stirring continuously.
5. Simmer gently until the kadhi thickens and the vegetables are cooked through.
6. Add sugar, adjust seasoning and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Garnish with coriander and serve hot with rice or rotis.