Winter is all about enjoying warm and cozy dishes. And what could be better than a bowl of hot kadhi? This spicy curd-based curry is thickened with gram flour and topped with a spicy tadka. In India, you will find not just one, but many different varieties of kadhi – from the classic Punjabi kadhi and Sindhi kadhi to Maharashtrian and Gujarati kadhi. However, have you ever heard or tasted Bathua leaves curry? These leaves are rich in essential nutrients and can help boost your immune system during winter. Make the most of them by adding them to your kadhi, and we bet you’ll fall in love with it the first time you try it.
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Why should you definitely try Bathua Kadhi?
Bathua kadhi gives an interesting twist to regular kadhi. To make it, gram flour paste is mixed with Bathua leaves and onion. Unlike regular kadhi, it does not contain pakodas. It is flavourful, comforting and extremely easy to make. Furthermore, Bathua is known to provide some incredible health benefits, making it great for our overall health.
What to serve with Bathua Kadhi?
Like regular kadhi, Bathua Kadhi tastes best when eaten with hot rice. Pair the meal with crunchy papad or any pickle of your choice for added flavour. While Bathua Kadhi is usually enjoyed with rice, feel free to serve it with crunchy Lachcha Paratha or Tandoori Roti.
How to make Bathua Kadhi at home. Bathua Kadhi Recipe
The recipe of this Bathua Kadhi was shared by Instagram page @cookwithrupamsehtya. Start by adding gram flour, curd, turmeric and water to a food processor. Blend to make a smooth paste. Next, grind ginger, garlic cloves, green chillies, roasted coriander seeds together in a mortar and pestle. Cut onion and bathua leaves and keep aside. Heat ghee in a pan and add asafoetida, cumin, mustard, dry red chilli and fenugreek. Fry well and add onion. Mix it well and add turmeric. Add bathua leaves, cover the pan with a lid and let it cook for a few minutes. Add gram flour paste and add more water. Cover and cook slowly. Pour the spicy tadka over the kadhi and enjoy! Your Bathua Kadhi is now ready to taste!
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Looks delicious, right? Try making this Bathua ki Kadhi at home and impress your family with your cooking skills.
