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tamatar ki kadhi is a flavorful and tangy dish usually made with yogurt (curd) as its base. However, a version can be prepared without curd, making it suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or prefer dairy-free options. This variant maintains the essence of traditional kadhi while imparting a unique taste.


Who does not like tangy, lip-smacking kadhi? tomato kadhi is a tangier, more tantalizing version made of tomato purée (instead of dahi), thickened with besan, and spiced up with an assortment of pungent ingredients.

tamatar ki kadhi is a perfect Jain dish as it is prepared without onion and garlic

Serve tamatar ki kadhi hot with steamed rice or roti.

This dairy-free tamatar ki kadhi is not only simple to prepare but also beautifully captures the tangy flavor of tomatoes while offering a comforting and satisfying meal. Enjoy!

Pro tips for tamatar ki kadhi. 1. Tomatoes add a tangy and sweet flavor that complements the creamy and slightly sour taste of the kadhi. Tomatoes are an extremely rich source of Lycopene. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in vitamin C, good for heart. 2. Add 1 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour). Besan acts as a natural thickening agent, adding a creamy texture to the kadhi. Besan adds a subtle nutty flavor to the kadhi,complementing the tanginess of the tomatoes.

Enjoy tamatar ki kadhi recipe | tomato kadhi | Jain tomato curry | with step by step photos.

Tamatar ki Kadhi ( Indian Cooking) recipe - How to make Tamatar ki Kadhi ( Indian Cooking)

Preparation Time

10 Mins

Cooking Time

15 Mins

Total Time

25 Mins

Makes

3 servings

Ingredients

Method

Tamatar ki kadhi
 

  1. To make tamatar ki kadhi, combine the tomatoes and ½ cup of water in a deep non-stick pan, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 5 to 7 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
  2. Allow it to cool completely and blend in a mixer to a smooth purée. Keep aside.
  3. Heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
  4. When the seeds crackle, add the green chillies, curry leaves, cloves and besan, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring continuously.
  5. Add the turmeric powder, chilli powder, asafoetida, prepared tomato purée and 1 cup of water, mix well and bring to boil, while stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the jaggery and salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
  7. Serve tamatar ki kadhi hot garnished with a sprig of coriander.

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what is tamatar ki kadhi made of ?

 

    1. what is tamatar ki kadhi made of ? See below image of list of ingredients for tamatar ki kadhi. 
blending the tomatoes

 

    1. In a deep non-stick pan put 2 cups roughly chopped tomatoes. Tomatoes add a tangy and sweet flavor that complements the creamy and slightly sour taste of the kadhi.  Tomatoes are extremely rich source of Lycopene. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in Vitamin C, good for heart
    2. Add ½ cup of water.
    3. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 5 to 7 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
    4. Allow it to cool completely and put in a blender.
    5. Blend to a  smooth purée. 
    6. Keep aside tomato purée.
making tamatar ki kadhi

 

    1. Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil or oil in a deep non-stick pan. Use coconut oil instead of processed seed oils like soyabean oil, canola, sunflower oil and corn oil. 
    2. Add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson).
    3. Add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera).
    4. Let the seeds crackle.
    5. Add 1 tsp chopped green chillies. For a less spicy kadhi, use only half a teaspoon of chopped green chilies.
    6. Add 5 to 6 curry leaves (kadi patta).
    7. Add cloves (laung / lavang).
    8. Add 1 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour). Besan acts as a natural thickening agent, adding a creamy texture to the kadhi. Besan adds a subtle nutty flavor to the kadhi, complementing the tanginess of the tomatoes.
    9. Mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring continuously.
    10. Add 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
    11. Add 1 tsp chilli powder.
    12. Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing).
    13. Add prepared tomato purée.
    14. Add 1 cup of water.
    15. Mix well.
    16. Bring to boil, while stirring occasionally.
    17. Add 2 tsp grated jaggery (gur). Jaggery provides a natural sweetness to the dish, reducing the need for refined sugar.
    18. Add salt to taste.
    19. Mix well. Cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
    20. Serve tamatar ki kadhi |  tomato kadhi | Jain tomato curry | hot garnished with a sprig of coriander.
pro tips for tamatar ki kadhi

 

    1. Tomatoes add a tangy and sweet flavor that complements the creamy and slightly sour taste of the kadhi.  Tomatoes are extremely rich source of Lycopene. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in Vitamin C, good for heart
    2. Add 1 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour). Besan acts as a natural thickening agent, adding a creamy texture to the kadhi. Besan adds a subtle nutty flavor to the kadhi, complementing the tanginess of the tomatoes.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy91 cal
Protein1.5 g
Carbohydrates9.2 g
Fiber2.2 g
Fat5.4 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium15.4 mg

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Foodsie

March 13, 2025, midnight

Tangy.. creamy.. and scrumptiously palatable... this kadhi can be also enjoyed by it self.. and truly it reminds me of the tomato saar that i have had down south.. great indulgence!!!

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