Rajasthani Yogurt Papad Curry

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Tripti Bhalotia (@triptibhalotia)

If we roast papad on a hot pan, break it, and then mix it well with fresh yogurt, turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, and salt in a bowl. In a kadhai, heat oil; when the oil is hot, add cumin, fennel, coriander, ginger, garlic, green chili, asafoetida, and onion, and fry the onion. When the onion is fried, lower the flame and add the yogurt mixture along with a little water,...

Rajasthani Yogurt Papad Curry recipe

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Prep Time
10min
Cook Time
15min
Total Time
25min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion)
  • papad Papad
    papad Papad
    4
  • curd
    curd
    1cup
  • turmeric powder
    turmeric powder
    1/2tsp
  • coriander powder
    coriander powder
    1tsp
  • Kashmiri red chilli powder
    Kashmiri red chilli powder
    1tsp
  • roasted cumin powder
    roasted cumin powder
    1tsp
  • Salt to taste
    Salt to taste
  • oil
    oil
    3tsp
  • cumin seeds
    cumin seeds
    1tsp
  • fennel seeds
    fennel seeds
    1tsp
  • coriander seeds
    coriander seeds
    1tsp
  • asafoetida
    asafoetida
    2pinch
  • green chilli green chilli
    green chilli green chilli
    2
  • ginger
    ginger
    1/2in
  • garlic
    garlic
    4clove
  • garam masala
    garam masala
    1/4tsp
  • kasuri methi
    kasuri methi
    1tsp
  • Chopped coriander leaves
    Chopped coriander leaves

How to make Rajasthani Yogurt Papad Curry

  1. Step 1

    Roast the papad on a hot pan and break it into pieces. Mix the papad pieces with curd, turmeric powder, coriander powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, and salt in a bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Heat oil in a kadhai. Once the oil is hot, add cumin seeds, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, ginger, garlic, green chili, and asafoetida. Fry the mixture until the onion is cooked.

  3. Step 3

    Lower the flame and add the yogurt mixture along with a little water. Mix it well and add two cups of water. Cover and cook for 5-6 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add garam masala, dried fenugreek leaves, and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well and serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

66.4kcal (3.32%)

Protein

2.2g (4.46%)

Carbs

4.1g (1.48%)

Sugars

1.6g (3.2%)

Healthy Fat

3.4g

Unhealthy Fat

0.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Ensure the papad is roasted evenly to avoid a burnt taste.

  2. Use fresh curd for a better taste and texture.

  3. Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.

  4. Serve the curry immediately for the best flavor.

FAQS

  1. Can I use store-bought papad?

    Yes, store-bought papad works perfectly for this recipe.

  2. Can I skip asafoetida?

    Yes, you can skip asafoetida if you don't have it or prefer not to use it.

  3. Can I use yogurt substitutes?

    You can use plant-based yogurt if you want a vegan version of this recipe.

  4. What can I serve this curry with?

    This curry pairs well with rice or roti.

  5. Can I make this curry ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare it ahead of time, but it is best served fresh for optimal taste.

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