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Gujarati Kadhi – Sweet & Tangy Yogurt Curry

Gujarati Kadhi is a light, sweet, and tangy yogurt-based curry thickened with gram flour and flavored with a mild tempering of curry leaves, chilies, and ginger. Unlike other kadhi varieties, this one is slightly sweetened with jaggery, making it unique and comforting.

🥗 Health Benefits

  • ✅ Probiotic-rich from yogurt.
  • ✅ Light and easy to digest.
  • ✅ Great balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors.

Gujarati Kadhi – Sweet & Tangy Yogurt Curry

Gujarati Kadhi is a light, sweet, and tangy yogurt-based curry thickened with gram flour and flavored with a mild tempering of curry leaves, chilies, and ginger. Unlike other kadhi varieties, this one is slightly sweetened with jaggery, making it unique and comforting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Gujrati food, Indian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups yogurt slightly sour
  • 2 tbsp besan gram flour
  • 1 tsp ginger-green chili paste
  • 1 tbsp jaggery or sugar
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
For Tempering:
  • 1 tbsp ghee
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 dried red chilies
  • 8 curry leaves
  • Pinch of asafoetida hing

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Whisk yogurt, besan, turmeric, salt, jaggery, and 2 cups water until smooth.
  2. Heat mixture and simmer on low for 10–12 mins, stirring to avoid curdling.
  3. Prepare tempering with ghee, mustard, cumin, hing, chilies, and curry leaves. Pour over kadhi.

Notes

🍽️ Serving Suggestions
  • Traditionally served with steamed rice and papad.
  • Also pairs well with khichdi or thepla.
 
❓ FAQs
Q: Why does kadhi curdle?
A: Always whisk yogurt well and cook on low flame.
Q: Can I skip jaggery?
A: Jaggery gives authentic Gujarati flavor but can be skipped.
Q: Can I make kadhi vegan?
A: Yes, use plant-based yogurt and skip ghee for tempering.