Soyabean chunks Besan kadhi recipe

 Here’s a simple and flavorful Soyabean Chunks Besan Kadhi recipe that combines protein-packed soy chunks with the comforting tang of besan (gram flour) kadhi.

🌿 Ingredients

For Kadhi:

• 1 cup curd (slightly sour)

• 3 tbsp besan (gram flour)

• 3 cups water

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• Salt to taste

For Soyabean Chunks:

• 1 cup soyabean chunks

• Water for boiling

• Salt (for boiling water)

For Tempering (Tadka):

• 2 tbsp ghee or oil

• 1 tsp mustard seeds

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• 1 pinch asafoetida (hing)

• 1 tsp fenugreek seeds (methi dana)

• 2–3 dried red chilies

• 1 onion (thinly sliced)

• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1–2 green chilies (slit)

• Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

🍲 Method

1. Prepare Soy Chunks:

• Boil water with a little salt. Add soy chunks and cook for 5–7 minutes.

• Drain, rinse in cold water, and squeeze out the excess water. Keep aside.

2. Make the Kadhi Base:

• In a bowl, whisk together curd, besan, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and water until smooth (no lumps).

3. Cook the Kadhi:

• Pour the mixture into a pot and bring it to a gentle boil on medium heat.

• Stir continuously until it thickens slightly, then lower the flame and let it simmer for about 15–20 minutes. Stir occasionally.

4. Prepare the Tempering:

• Heat ghee or oil in a pan.

• Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing, and methi seeds. Let them crackle.

• Add dried red chilies, onions, ginger-garlic paste, and green chilies. Sauté until onions turn golden brown.

5. Combine Everything:

• Add the boiled soy chunks into the tempering and sauté for 2–3 minutes.

• Pour this mixture into the simmering kadhi. Mix well and cook for another 5–10 minutes so flavors blend together.

6. Garnish & Serve:

• Top with fresh coriander leaves.

• Serve hot with steamed rice or jeera rice.

🍛 Tips

• You can add spinach or methi leaves for extra nutrition.

• For a richer taste, use ghee instead of oil.

• Add a small pinch of kasuri methi while simmering for an earthy aroma.