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Last Updated : 04 August, 2025

Kadai Veg
कढ़ाई - हिन्दी में पढ़ें (Kadai Veg in Hindi)
કઢાઇ વેજ - ગુજરાતી માં વાંચો (Kadai Veg in Gujarati)

Vegetarain Kadai Recipes | Kadhai Indian Recipes |

 

Vegetarian Indian Kadhai Recipes: A Wok of Wonders

The kadhai, a deep, circular cooking vessel similar to a wok, is a staple in Indian kitchens. Its unique shape and construction make it ideal for a variety of cooking methods, from deep-frying to stir-frying and simmering. When it comes to vegetarian cuisine, the kadhai truly shines, allowing for the creation of flavorful and aromatic sabzis (vegetable dishes).

Why Use a Kadhai?

The kadhai's curved bottom and wide mouth offer several advantages:

  • Even Heat Distribution: The curved shape ensures even heat distribution, preventing hot spots and ensuring consistent cooking.
  • Versatility: The kadhai can be used for a variety of cooking methods, making it a versatile kitchen tool.
  • Large Cooking Surface: The wide mouth provides a large cooking surface, allowing you to cook large quantities of food at once.
  • Easy Stirring and Tossing: The curved shape makes it easy to stir and toss ingredients, ensuring even cooking and flavor distribution.

Popular Vegetarian Kadhai Recipes:

Here are some popular vegetarian dishes that are commonly cooked in a kadhai:

 

mushroom curry recipe | mushroom masala curry | Indian mushroom masala | creamy mushroom curry without tomatoes |

 

 

 

palak paneer recipe | Punjabi palak paneer | homemade palak paneer | spinach with cottage cheese | 

Palak Paneer, How To Make Homemade Palak Paneer Recipe

 

methi mutter malai | fenugreek green peas curry| restaurant style methi malai matar | 

Methi Malai Mutter
Methi Malai Mutter

 

 

Maharashtrian pitla | besan pitla | Maharashtrian pitla with chawal bhakri | Pitla is a very famous Maharashtrian food, falls under the category of their comfort food. Not only Maharashtrians but many Indian households have pitlain their weekly menu.

pitla recipe | Maharashtrian pitla | besan pitla | Maharashtrian pitla with chawal bhakri | green galic pitla recipe

pitla recipe | Maharashtrian pitla | besan pitla | Maharashtrian pitla with chawal bhakri | green galic pitla recipe |

 

  • Bhindi Masala: A dry okra dish cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices.
  • Aloo Gobi: A classic Indian dish made with potatoes and cauliflower.
  • Baingan Bharta: A smoky and flavorful mashed eggplant dish.

 

Famous Dals cooked in kadhai | 

Dal Tadka is the most basic dal preparation made using masoor and yellow moong dal. You can even use any other lentil to prepare this dal, the flavor depends upon the tempering. The rich and creamy dal tempered with ghee tastes amazing with roti and rice.

Dal Tadka, Punjabi Dal Tadka

Dal Tadka, Punjabi Dal Tadka

 

traditional Gujarati dal dhokli recipe | dal dhokli |  A perfect combination of spiced whole wheat flour dhoklis simmered in Gujarati dal, traditional Gujarati dal dhokli can be classified as a sumptuous one-dish meal, but you could also serve it with rice to make it all the more tasty and wholesome.

Dal Dhokli
Dal Dhokli

 

Cooking Techniques:

When cooking vegetarian dishes in a kadhai, it's important to use the right cooking techniques to achieve the best results. Here are some tips:

  • Heat the Kadhai Properly: Ensure the kadhai is heated properly before adding oil or ingredients.
  • Use the Right Amount of Oil: Use enough oil to prevent the food from sticking, but avoid using excessive amounts.
  • Stir Frequently: Stir the ingredients frequently to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
  • Adjust Spices: Adjust the amount of spices according to your taste preferences.

By using a kadhai and following these tips, you can create delicious and flavorful vegetarian dishes that will tantalize your taste buds.

 

Deep fried Indian recipes using a kadhai 

 

paneer pakora | Punjabi style paneer pakora | paneer pakoda | how to make paneer pakora | 

paneer pakora | Punjabi style paneer pakora | paneer pakoda | how to make paneer pakora |paneer pakora | Punjabi style paneer pakora | paneer pakoda | how to make paneer pakora |

 

yellow banana chips |  raw banana wafers | crisp banana wafers |  upperi | plantain chips |

 Yellow Banana Chips, Banana Wafers, Raw Banana Wafers

Yellow Banana Chips, Banana Wafers, Raw Banana Wafers

The puri is basically a deep-fried snack made with dough. The dough is made of flour, water and salt, sometimes perked up with a few spices or pureed veggies or greens. This dough is then shaped into small discs using a rolling pin and deep-fried. There are many varieties of puris such as plain ones, stuffed ones, and crispy jar snack puris that last for a week.

PurisPuris



Kadais come in different sizes, the smallest variant being used for tempering or tadka which is infusion of spices in hot oil to add to dals and curries. The bigger ones can be used to make a number of recipes, some of which are provided below.

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