Kadhi-Bari

Introduction

Kadhi-Bari is a traditional Bihari dish featuring spiced yogurt-based curry and soft gram flour dumplings. It’s light, comforting, and tangy.

1. Ingredients:

For Bari:

• 1 cup besan (gram flour)
• Salt
• Ajwain
• Water
• Oil for frying

For Kadhi:

• 2 cups curd
• 2 tbsp besan
• ½ tsp turmeric
• Salt
• Mustard seeds
• Curry leaves
• 1 dried red chili

2. Instructions:

1. Mix besan with water, salt, and ajwain. Fry small spoonfuls into dumplings.
2. Whisk curd with besan, turmeric, and water.
3. Heat oil, add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and red chili.
4. Add curd mixture and simmer.
5. Add dumplings and cook for 10–15 minutes.

Pro Tip:
Soak fried baris in warm water for a few minutes before adding to kadhi for softer texture.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy hot with rice, papad, or paratha.

Fun Fact:
Kadhi-Bari is especially popular during summers when lighter meals are preferred in Bihari households.

Source: Bihari Style Kadhi Bari Recipe by Archana’s Kitchen