Sindhi Kadhi Idli

Sindhi Kadhi Idli is a delicious and comforting dish from the Sindhi Cuisine that combines the tangy flavors of kadhi with the softness of idli. It's a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will surely tantalize your taste buds.

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Sindhi Kadhi Idli

Ingredients

  • 1 cup gram flour (besan)
  • 1 cup sour yogurt
  • 8-10 curry leaves
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 cups water
  • Salt to taste
  • 4-6 idlis
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • 2-3 dried red chilies
  • 1/2 tsp fenugreek seeds
  • 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
  • 2-3 green chilies, slit
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (okra, drumsticks, potatoes, etc.)
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix gram flour, yogurt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin seeds, curry leaves, and water. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, dried red chilies, fenugreek seeds, asafoetida, and green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
  3. Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the gram flour mixture, add salt, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are cooked and the kadhi thickens.
  5. Cut the idlis into quarters and add them to the kadhi. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
10g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Pan Bowl Whisk Spatula

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Sindhi Kadhi Idli pairs well with steamed rice or jeera rice. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a light and flavorful meal.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add pakoras or fried chickpea flour dumplings to the kadhi for extra texture and flavor.

Cost

$10