After dal chawal, kadhi chawal has to be one of the OG comfort food combos. A bowl of piping hot besan kadhi and jeera rice soothes our system and makes us forget our worries. We can have it any day, any time! Regular besan kadhi has multiple versions, and each is as wholesome as the other. For instance, one can add pakoras, bhindi, mixed vegetables, etc. to the kadhi base and take it to the next level. If you're looking to try a different version, you should make kofta kadhi. This unique dish combines the richness of koftas with the goodness of kadhi in a mouth-watering way! Find out more below.
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What Is Kofta Kadhi?
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Kofta kadhi simply refers to a kadhi-like preparation with the addition of fried kofta balls. These koftas may be made using vegetarian ingredients or non-veg ones like chicken mince. The recipe below is for a besan kadhi with lauki (bottle gourd) koftas. It is packed with flavour and is quite simple to make. Try it for yourself and see.
Is Kofta Kadhi Healthy?
Regular besan kadhi (or one with veggies) is actually quite nutritious. It is rich in fibre, protein and minerals. Its relative calorie count is not very high either. However, the below version of kadhi scores less on the health criteria as it contains deep-fried koftas. Hence, rather than a healthy meal, consider this dish for a special indulgence. It is sure to impress all those who taste it.
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How To Make Veg Kofta Kadhi At Home | Quick And Easy Recipe For Lauki Kofta Kadhi
This kofta kadhi can be relished with rotis or rice. Photo Credit: iStock
In a large bowl, mix grated lauki, besan, chopped green chillies, ginger, garlic, coriander leaves, salt, chilli powder and other masalas. Combine thoroughly to form a semi-dry mixture. Heat oil in a kadhai and deep-fry small portions of this kofta mixture. Set aside. Next, in an unheated kadhai, combine besan with curds to start making the kadhi base. Add haldi, chilli powder, sugar and salt. Continue churning, add in water and mix well. Place the vessel on a stove and bring the kadhi base to a boil. Take care to stir continuously.
Later, lower the heat and pop in the lauki koftas. Allow the kadhi and koftas to cook together. Heat oil and prepare a tadka of mustard seeds, cumin seeds, asafoetida, Kashmiri chillies and other ingredients. Pour this tadka over the kofta kadhi and cover the vessel. Garnish with coriander leaves after a few minutes. Serve immediately with jeera rice or rotis.
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The next time you're craving besan kadhi, try making this unique version. Let us know how you like it!
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