Besan Kadhi | Rajasthani Kadhi Recipe | Chach Ki Kadhi

Besan Kadhi Recipe: Kadhi is a popular Indian dish, versions of which are available across large swathes of India. The common feature in all these versions is the use of gram flour (besan) and yogurt or buttermilk (chach) as the base that is tempered with a variety of spices.

Our besan ki kadhi uses buttermilk (chach or chaas) and is therefore also known as Chach ki Kadhi or just Rajasthani Kadhi, and is a signature vegetarian dish of Rajasthan. This light, delicately spiced dish, with its soup-like consistency and tangy flavour, is a perennial favourite in every Rajasthani household. It is usually made in winter but is also wonderful in summer, particularly in the extreme climate and arid region of Rajasthan.
 

This recipe of besan kadhi is made with gram flour (besan) and buttermilk (chach). And unlike, say, Punjabi Kadhi, no pakoras (or besan fritters) are added to this version of besan ki kadhi, making it quite light to eat and easy to make.

Our no-onion, no-garlic, no-pakoda Rajasthani Kadhi recipe is based on the dish we learnt how to make in the town of Pushkar, Rajasthan. It is not only authentic but also guarantees a lip-smacking and irresistible treat.
 

For a perfect besan kadhi, use slightly sour buttermilk (chach) for a richer, more complex flavour. If homemade chach is not available, you can use chach from a local dairy, if available, or as a last resort, store-bought chach.

Some cooking notes: When you mix the besan and buttermilk, stir continuously and vigorously to prevent lumps. Use a balloon whisk if possible, as that will make your task of getting a smooth mixture much easier.
 

If you like, you can add a tadka (tempering) of curry leaves (kari patta) at the end, though this is not part of our original besan ki kadhi recipe.

Besan kadhi is best enjoyed hot and fresh, so cook it as close as possible to serving time.

Kadhi–chawal (or kadhi served with hot steamed rice) is a classic combination across north India and a complete meal in itself, and not much is needed to improve on this favourite comfort food of many.
 

But our recipe of besan kadhi also goes well with jeera rice or khichdi. Dum aloo, vegetable pulao, spicy brinjal/eggplant and potato, bhindi (ladies’ fingers or okra), papad, onion salad, and pickle are good accompaniments.

Or if you want to go with a Rajasthani menu all the way, serve Rajasthani kadhi with dal baati churma, bajre ki roti (flatbread of pearl millet), Rajasthani kaddu aur aloo ki sabzi (pumpkin and potato), and masala chaas.
 

Learn how to make Besan Kadhi recipe (besan ki kadhi Rajasthani style) at home with all ingredients and cooking method in a step by step video tutorial from Yummefy recipes.

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