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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 |
methi mutter malai | fenugreek green peas curry| restaurant style methi malai matar |
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 |
- 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
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.
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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 |
yellow banana chips | raw banana wafers | crisp banana wafers | upperi | plantain chips |
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.
Puris
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.
Nothing can stop you from grabbing a Mini Chatpata Aloo as soon as your eyes rest on this … More..
Recipe# 1251
02 November, 2015
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Dabeli is Gujarat’s answer to vada pav. It is a sandwich-like snack in which bread is perked up … More..
Recipe# 1401
09 June, 2017
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A traditional tikki made with lotus roots, potatoes and spinach, combined with a tangy green paste and delicately … More..
Recipe# 4890
18 July, 2014
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Bikaner is known for its savoury snacks. Here is an authentic black pepper flavoured bikaneri farsaan that can … More..
Recipe# 5141
23 April, 2010
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Stuffed patties, the versatile potato makes lovely snacks. One amongst them is a popular patty that can be … More..
Recipe# 5237
28 May, 2010
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Hara chana when combined with paneer and flavoured with garam masala makes a delicious kebab that everyone is … More..
Recipe# 4880
17 July, 2014
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Steamed chinese rice tastes delicious when served along with a creamy vegetable sauce made of assorted veggies cooked … More..
Recipe# 5089
14 April, 2012
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Khus-khus or poppy seeds are used in nearly all cuisines in India. Here is a delicious puri stuffed … More..
Recipe# 1221
25 June, 2014
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hariyali soya puris recipe | soya puris with fenugreek leaves and coriander | methi dhania crispy puris | … More..
Recipe# 93
13 June, 2023
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What a wonderful way to eat cauliflower! When combined with peanuts and coconut, cauliflower sheds its unpleasant smell … More..
Recipe# 5916
23 September, 2015
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Nothing can stop you from grabbing a Mini Chatpata Aloo as soon as your eyes rest on this … More..
calories per serving
Dabeli is Gujarat’s answer to vada pav. It is a sandwich-like snack in which bread is perked up … More..
calories per serving
A traditional tikki made with lotus roots, potatoes and spinach, combined with a tangy green paste and delicately … More..
calories per serving
Bikaner is known for its savoury snacks. Here is an authentic black pepper flavoured bikaneri farsaan that can … More..
calories per serving
Stuffed patties, the versatile potato makes lovely snacks. One amongst them is a popular patty that can be … More..
calories per serving
Hara chana when combined with paneer and flavoured with garam masala makes a delicious kebab that everyone is … More..
calories per serving
Steamed chinese rice tastes delicious when served along with a creamy vegetable sauce made of assorted veggies cooked … More..
calories per serving
Khus-khus or poppy seeds are used in nearly all cuisines in India. Here is a delicious puri stuffed … More..
calories per serving
hariyali soya puris recipe | soya puris with fenugreek leaves and coriander | methi dhania crispy puris | … More..
calories per serving
What a wonderful way to eat cauliflower! When combined with peanuts and coconut, cauliflower sheds its unpleasant smell … More..
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