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authentic sindhi kadhi recipe

Authentic Sindhi Kadhi

This traditional Sindhi kadhi is a soul-warming, tangy curry featuring mixed vegetables in a golden gram flour base. Perfectly spiced with tamarind's tang and aromatic tempering, this authentic recipe brings together tender vegetables in a comforting, flavorful gravy that's been cherished for generations.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Curry
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp oil/ghee
  • 4 tbsp gram flour besan
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • ½ tsp mustard seeds
  • ¼ tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 7-8 curry leaves
  • 2-3 green chillies slit
  • 1-2 inch ginger grated
  • 2 tomatoes grated or chopped
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tbsp tamarind paste
  • Salt to taste
  • Mixed vegetables: cluster beans potatoes (cubed), lady fingers, drumsticks, cauliflower
  • Water as needed
  • Fresh coriander for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a pot; add cumin, mustard, fenugreek seeds, and curry leaves until they crackle.
  • Lower heat, add gram flour; roast till golden and fragrant.
  • Add ginger, green chillies; sauté briefly.
  • Mix in turmeric, red chili powder, salt, and water; bring to boil.
  • Add tomatoes, then vegetables; cook until tender (pressure cook 2 whistles or simmer 20-30 mins).
  • Stir in tamarind paste; simmer 5 mins.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.

Notes

Roast gram flour on low heat to prevent burning and achieve nutty flavor
Adjust water quantity based on desired consistency - kadhi should be medium-thick
Tamarind paste can be substituted with 2 tbsp lemon juice for tanginess
Vegetables can be customized based on availability; pumpkin and eggplant work well too
Make-ahead tip: Kadhi tastes better the next day as flavors develop overnight
Serve with steamed rice or jeera rice for authentic experience

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 580mg | Potassium: 420mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g