Description
Kadhi Pakora is a delightful dish featuring savory gram flour dumplings in a tangy yogurt sauce. It’s simple to prepare, packed with the richness of spices, and ideal for a quick dinner or a comforting meal. Experience homemade goodness perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons gram flour, besan
- 1 cup curds, plain unsweetened yoghurt
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 ½ tablespoons coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, jeera
- ½ teaspoon fenugreek seeds, methi seeds
- 10 Curry Leaves
- 2-3 whole dried red chillies
- 1 teaspoon asafoetida, hing powder
- ½ cup finely chopped onions
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
- ¼ cup finely chopped tomatoes
- ½ cup sliced onions
- 1 green chilli, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon carom seeds, ajwain
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
- 1 teaspoon kashmiri red chilli powder
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup gram flour, besan
- ½ teaspoon dry mango powder
- 2-3 tablespoons water
- oil for deep frying
- 1 tablespoon ghee
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, jeera
- ½ teaspoon asafoetida, hing powder
- 2 whole dried red chillies
- 1 teaspoon kashmiri red chilli powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients for the Besan mix, except for water. Mix thoroughly until you achieve a smooth, lump-free consistency.
- Gradually add water to adjust the mixture to your desired consistency and set it aside.
- In a pan, heat ghee and add cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds, curry leaves, and whole dried red chillies.
- Sauté until aromatic, then add the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger, cooking until they soften.
- Stir in the tomatoes and cook until they break down.
- Add the previously prepared Besan mix into the pan, followed by the specified water.
- Allow the mixture to simmer while continually stirring to avoid lumps.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a separate pan for deep frying the Pakoras.
- Once hot, carefully drop spoonfuls of the Pakora mixture into the oil.
- Fry until golden brown and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander.
Notes
Adjust the consistency of the Kadhi as per your preference by adding more water if needed.
Ensure the oil is adequately heated before frying the Pakoras to achieve a crispy texture.
This dish pairs well with steamed rice or naan for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg