Gujarati Suva Kadhi | Shepuchi Kadhi | Dill Kadhi

I am not very fond of Suva or Dill but this Suva Kadhi got me to rethink my position on this fragrant herb.

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As I mentioned in my earlier post, a few of us college friends met for after ages and were hosted by Ami. Among the many delicious dishes at lunch was this typical Gujarati combination of Gujarati Vaal Rice and Suva Kadhi. Lightly flavoured with Dill (called Suva in Gujarati and Shepu in Marathi), this Kadhi and the Vaal Rice made for a fabulous combination.

What I like best about this Suva Kadhi was that the Dill added a depth of flavour that is not immediately apparent but is a “discovery” that lingers on the palate in the best possible way.

Did I mention that this dish gets done in about 10 minutes? Just the best kind of dish for a busy day or when you don’t want to cook a lot.

I used this recipe for Gujarati Suva Kadhi by Tarla Dalal to make my kadhi. 

Do also try my recipes for:

• Gujarati Vaal Rice | Vaal ni Dal no Pulav: Recipe by Ami Mody Bhana
• Karela Muthia | Steamed Bitter Gourd Muthiyas from Gujarat
• Panchkutiyu Shaak | A Gujarati Mixed Vegetable Recipe

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How to Make Gujarati Suva Kadhi | Shepuchi Kadhi

1. Making Ginger-Chilli Paste
   1. Grind 1 Green Chilli and 1/2″ piece of Ginger to a coarse paste.
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2. Making the Kadhi
   1. To a large enough vessel, add 1/2 cup dahi, 1 tbsp besan, 1/2 tsp ginger-green chilli paste, 1 tsp sugar, just a pinch of turmeric and some salt. The turmeric is optional but I added it after talking to Ami because otherwise the Kadhi was very pale. 
   2. Mix well and ensure there are no besan lumps.
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   3. Now add 1 cup water and mix well.
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   4. Over low-medium flame, bring the Kadhi to a gentle boil.
   5. Turn off the heat.
3.  Add the Tempering
   1. In a ladle, heat 1/2 tsp oil.
   2. Add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds and wait till they start to change colour.
   3. Add 1 split red chilli and stir-fry for a few seconds.
   4. Add the tempering to the Kadhi and mix well.
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4. Finally, add 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander and 3 tbsp finely chopped dill, and mix well.
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5. Cover and let the Kadhi rest for at least 10 minutes to let the flavour of dill permeate. 
6. Serving Suggestions
   1. Serve Suva Kadhi with Vaal Rice or hot steamed rice, and some papad. 

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Recipe for Shepu Kadhi | Dill Kadhi

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Gujarati Suva Kadhi | Shepuchi Kadhi | Dill Kadhi

Aruna

Do try this recipe for the traditional Gujarati Suva Kadhi which make great use of Dill (Suva in Gujarati and Shepu in Marathi). It makes for a great light meal when paired with Vaal Rice or then just some steamed rice and of course, Papad.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Accompaniments, Side Dish

Cuisine Gujarati, Indian, Vegetarian

Servings 4 People

Calories 43 kcal

Equipment

• Heavy Bottomed Vessel
• Ladle
• Grinder

Ingredients

  

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• 1/2 Cup Dahi Yogurt
• 1 Cup Water
• 1 tbsp Besan
• 1 Pinch Turmeric
• 1/2 tsp Sugar
• 2 tbsp Finely Chopped Coriander
• 3 tbsp Finely Chopped
• Salt to Taste

To Grind

• 1/2 ” Ginger
• 1 Green Chilli

For Tempering

• 1 tsp Oil
• 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 1 Split Red Chilli

Instructions

 

Making Ginger-Chilli Paste

• Grind 1 Green Chilli and 1/2″ piece of Ginger to a coarse paste.

Making the Suva Kadhi

• To a large enough vessel, add 1/2 cup dahi, 1 tbsp besan, 1/2 tsp ginger-green chilli paste, 1 tsp sugar, just a pinch of turmeric and some salt. The turmeric is optional but I added it after talking to Ami because otherwise the Kadhi was very pale.
• Mix well and ensure there are no besan lumps.
• Now add 1 cup water and mix well.
• Over low-medium flame, bring the Kadhi to a gentle boil.
• Turn off the heat.

Add the Tempering

• In a ladle, heat 1/2 tsp oil.
• Add 1/2 tsp cumin seeds and wait till they start to change colour.
• Add 1 split red chilli and stir-fry for a few seconds.
• Add the tempering to the Kadhi and mix well.

Adding the Suva

• Cover and let the Kadhi rest for at least 10 minutes.
• Add 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander and 3 tbsp finely chopped dill, and mix well.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve Suva Kadhi with Vaal Rice or hot steamed rice, and some papad.

Nutrition

Calories: 43 kcalCarbohydrates: 4 gProtein: 2 gFat: 2 gSaturated Fat: 1 gCholesterol: 4 mgSodium: 57 mgPotassium: 63 mgFiber: 1 gSugar: 3 gVitamin A: 100 IUVitamin C: 2 mgCalcium: 37 mgIron: 1 mg

Keyword Dill Kadhi, Kadhi, Shepu Kadhi, Shepuchi Kadhi, Suva Kadhi

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