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Bihari Style Kadhi Badi Recipe

Bihari · High Protein Vegetarian · 1h 15m · 4 servings

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75 mins
~₹120 /serving

Key Ingredients

  • 1 cup curd (dahi / yogurt) - (sour)
  • 2 gram tablespoons flour (besan)
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder (haldi)
  • red chilli powder - to taste
  • salt - to taste
  • + 15 more ingredients — see full list below ↓
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How to Make Bihari Style Kadhi Badi Recipe at Home

Ingredients (20 items)

  • curd (dahi / yogurt) - (sour)1 cup
  • tablespoons flour (besan)2 gram
  • turmeric powder (haldi)1/2 teaspoon
  • red chilli powder - to taste
  • salt - to taste
  • gram flour (besan)1 cup
  • ajwain (carom seeds)1 teaspoon
  • kalonji (onion nigella seeds)1/2 teaspoon
  • turmeric powder (haldi)1/2 teaspoon
  • tablespoons onion - chopped2
  • salt - to taste
  • red chilli powder - to taste
  • sunflower oil - to deep fry
  • water1/2 cup
  • cumin seeds (jeera)1 teaspoon
  • dry red chillies3
  • curry leaves - few
  • ginger garlic paste1 teaspoon
  • sunflower oil2 teaspoon
  • sunflower oil2 teaspoon
Prep Time30 min
Cook Time45 min
Total Time1h 15m
Servings4
CourseSide Dish
CuisineBihari
DietHigh Protein Vegetarian
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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    To begin making Bihari Style Kadhi Badi Recipe, take a bowl and mix all the badi ingredients together including gram flour, ajwain, kalonji, turmeric powder, onion, salt, red chilli powder, salt and make a thick paste with water

  2. 2

    Keep it aside for 15 minutes

  3. 3

    Meanwhile for Kadhi, mix together yogurt and chickpea flour, salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and about 2 cups of water

  4. 4

    Beat well so that no lumps remain and is smooth

  5. 5

    You can add more water if you prefer thin gravy

  6. 6

    For tempering, heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan

  7. 7

    Add cumin seeds and let it splutter

  8. 8

    Add whole red chillies and sauté till they release an aroma

  9. 9

    Add curry leaves and ginger-garlic paste

  10. 10

    Let it cook for about 2 minutes

  11. 11

    Now add the kadhi mix and let it simmer on low flame for 15 minutes

  12. 12

    In the meanwhile, Heat a kuzhi paniyaram pan with enough oil and add a tablespoon of the badi dough into the hollow holes and fry them on either side till it is golden brown

  13. 13

    Put the badi in the kadhi gravy that is simmering away, you can add it immediately as the badi will soak up in enough gravy

  14. 14

    Cover and cook for 5 more minutes

  15. 15

    Serve hot

  16. 16

    Serve Bihari Style Kadhi Badi Recipe with Jeera Rice, Kachumber Salad and Masala Khichia for an everyday meal

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kadhi Badi

What is Kadhi Badi?+
Bihari Style Kadhi Badi Recipe is a high protein vegetarian Bihari side dish dish made with curd (dahi / yogurt) - (sour), tablespoons flour (besan), turmeric powder (haldi), red chilli powder - to taste, and more. It takes about 1h 15m to prepare and serves 4.
How long does it take to cook Kadhi Badi?+
Bihari Style Kadhi Badi Recipe takes 1h 15m in total — 30 minutes of prep and 45 minutes of cooking. If you prefer not to cook, you can order it via Zomato or Swiggy in about 30–45 minutes.
What ingredients do I need for Kadhi Badi?+
Bihari Style Kadhi Badi Recipe requires 20 ingredients including curd (dahi / yogurt) - (sour), tablespoons flour (besan), turmeric powder (haldi), red chilli powder - to taste, salt - to taste, and 15 more. The full ingredient list with quantities is on this page.
Is Kadhi Badi easy to make at home?+
Yes! Bihari Style Kadhi Badi Recipe can be made at home in 1h 15m following the 16 steps on this page. The full recipe with exact quantities and step-by-step instructions is available above and on the What2Eat recipe page.
Can I order Kadhi Badi online?+
Yes! You can order Kadhi Badi from Zomato or Swiggy. Search for "Kadhi Badi" on either app to find restaurants near you. Delivery typically takes 30–45 minutes depending on your location.