Kadhi Pakora
A creamy, tangy yogurt-based curry studded with crispy chickpea flour fritters, perfect served over steamed rice.
⏱ 40 minServes 4Indian
Ingredients
- •1 cup plain yogurt
- •2 tablespoons chickpea flour (besan)
- •3 cups water
- •1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- •1 teaspoon red chili powder
- •2 teaspoons cumin seeds
- •2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- •1 medium onion, finely chopped
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- •3/4 cup chickpea flour for pakora
- •1 teaspoon salt
- •2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
- 1Whisk yogurt with 2 tablespoons chickpea flour, turmeric, and chili powder until smooth, then mix in water and set aside.
- 2Prepare pakora batter by mixing 3/4 cup chickpea flour with salt and 1/4 cup water to form a thick consistency.
- 3Heat oil in a large pot, add cumin seeds and let them crackle, then add onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until golden.
- 4Carefully drop spoonfuls of pakora batter into hot oil and fry until golden brown, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5Pour the yogurt mixture into the pot, stirring constantly to avoid lumps, and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 6Add the fried pakoras to the curry and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 7Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed, then garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot over rice.
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