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    Home » Instant Pot Recipes » Instant Pot Kadhi & Rice | Mixed Vegetable Kadhi

    Instant Pot Kadhi & Rice | Mixed Vegetable Kadhi

    Posted on April 15, 2023 · Last Updated on November 26, 2024 · By Srividhya G · 6 Comments

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    Quick, easy, and healthy mixed vegetable kadhi (yogurt and gram flour/chickpea flour-based curry) recipe made in Instant Pot! Learn how to cook rice and kadhi together using the pot-in-pot method with detailed step-wise pictures.

    overhead shot of yogurt curry placed in white bowl with spoon

    You will find several popular food combos in Indian cuisine, including kadhi and chawal. Kadhi is the yogurt and chickpea flour curry, and chawal is the rice. You can make this kadhi and chawal rice quickly with minimal effort and the Instant Pot, and that’s what I am sharing today.  

    Jump to:
    • My version of kadhi
    • Ingredients required
    • VVK Tips
    • Dietary specifications and serving suggestions
    • How to make kadhi in Instant Pot
    • Recipe Notes
    • More yogurt-based curries
    • 📖 Recipe

    My version of kadhi

    Kadhi pakora(vegetable fritters) is quite popular in Punjabi cuisine. My version of kadhi is different from the authentic Punjabi recipe, and I am not using the pakora but mixed vegetables making it a tad bit healthy as there is no deep frying. I have already shared Gujarati kadhi and sol kadhi from Konkani cuisine, and here is my third kadhi recipe. 

    PS – I am not claiming this as a traditional or authentic Punjabi kadhi. This version of mine is a mix of kadhi and South Indian mor kuzhambu.

    This inspiration for mixed vegetable kadhi is from the food trucks and food stalls in Sac State, where they sell kadhi rice bowls, and the kadhi usually has mixed vegetables instead of pakoras. I made this only with spinach initially and shared it on Instagram in 2019. (It has taken four years to share on the blog) Slowly I started adding different vegetables; this spinach + carrot + broccoli combo has become our favorite. 

    If you love yogurt-based curries like me, I have shared a few from my archives below, do check them out. 

    Ingredients required

    For the yogurt mix: We need yogurt, chickpea flour or the gram flour (besan in Hindi, kadalai maavu in Tamil), and water. If you have buttermilk in handy, you can use that too. I usually blend yogurt and chickpea flour with water for a smooth, lump-free mix. You can also whisk it using a hand whisk but ensure there aren’t any lumps. I have tried this recipe with full-fat and no-fat yogurt. You can use both store-bought or homemade ones. 

    Tempering ingredients and onion: We need oil, mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, asafoetida, curry leaves, green chili, and ginger to temper, and also we saute the onion before adding the vegetables. You can skip onion for a no-onion no-garlic version. 

    Vegetables:  I have used carrots, broccoli, and spinach, but please check the recipe notes for other vegetable options. 

    Spices: We need minimal and basic Indian spices like red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. 

    We also need cilantro and add it towards the end for enhanced flavor.

    For the rice: I have used basmati rice, and with this cooking time, basmati rice works well when compared to other varieties. I haven’t tested cooking kadhi and rice with other rice varieties except for basmati.

    VVK Tips

    • When tempering, ensure the mustard seeds splutter and the fenugreek seeds turn deep red-brown. If not, they will have a chewy bitter taste.
    • Make sure you scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot and add sufficient water to prevent “BURN” notifications. 
    • Mix the yogurt and chickpea flour without any lumps. Blending them in a mixer jar helps a lot. 
    basmati rice served with kadhi

    Dietary specifications and serving suggestions

    This curry is a nut-free dish. You can use plant-based yogurt for a vegan version. Use gluten-free asafoetida for a gluten-free version. You can enjoy kadhi with plain steamed rice or with jeera rice. 

    I have stored this curry for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Before reheating, I bring the required amount to room temperature, add water to thin it down, and microwave it. I never had issues with yogurt curdling. Now without any further ado, let’s see how to make this kadhi and chawal. 

    How to make kadhi in Instant Pot

    Prepare the yogurt chickpea flour mix

    • Add the yogurt, chickpea flour, and ¾ cup of water to a mixer jar or blender.
    adding yogurt and besan to a blender
    • Blend it thoroughly and set it aside.
    blended yogurt mix

    Prepare the tempering

    • Set the Instant Pot in saute mode, and when the display shows “HOT’, add the oil. Add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and asafoetida when it is hot. Let the mustard seeds splutter and the fenugreek seeds turn deep red. Next, add the chopped green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves and saute for 30 to 45 seconds.
    tempering the kadhi
    • Add the chopped onion and saute until it becomes soft and translucent. 
    sauteing the chopped onions

    Add the veggies and spices

    • Add the carrots, broccoli, spinach, and spices – red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
    adding the veggies and spices
    • Mix well. Add ¼ cup of water, scrape the bottom, and cook for a couple of minutes. Then turn off the Instant Pot.
    cooking the vegetables

    Add the yogurt mix and keep the rice

    • Now add the yogurt and chickpea flour blend and the remaining water. Mix well.
    add the yogurt besan mix
    • Place the tall trivet or the egg rack inside and place the rice bowl. Ensure you rinse the basmati rice well and soak it for 20 minutes or until the kadhi prep work continues. Drain the water, add 1.25 cups of fresh water, and keep the rice bowl on the tall trivet below.
    placing the rice

    Cook the rice and kadhi

    • Close the Instant Pot. Make sure the vent is in the sealing position. Select manual/pressure cook and set the time to 4 minutes at high-pressure mode. When the cooking is complete, wait 5 minutes and then release the remaining pressure. Carefully open the lid after releasing the pressure; this is how the kadhi and rice look after the cooking is complete.
    cooked rice and kadhi
    • Carefully remove the rice and tall trivet.

    Simmer the kadhi

    • Mix the kadhi well and set the Instant Pot in saute mode.
    mixed kadhi
    • Check for salt and spice. Add salt and red chili powder if needed, then chopped cilantro.
    adding the cilantro
    • Let it simmer for two minutes, and turn off the heat. 
    simmering kadhi

    Enjoy the kadhi hot with rice.

    Recipe Notes

    • You can use oil or your choice. I highly recommend coconut oil as it adds a nice flavor. 
    • Adjust the salt and spices to your taste.
    • You can make this kadhi only with spinach or mixed vegetables of your choice. Zucchini, asparagus, sweet potatoes, potatoes, eggplant, and squash go well in this kadhi.
    • Add more water if you prefer a thin, consistency kadhi. Please note the kadhi thickens as it cools down. 
    kadhi served in white bowl and plate with rice and kadhi

    More yogurt-based curries

    • Gujarati Kadhi photo with text overlay
      Gujarati Kadhi
    • Pathiya Mor Kuzhambu | Spinach Mor Kuzhambu with White Pepper
    • Instant Raw Buttermilk Sambar | Patchai Mor Kuzhambu
    • square image of majjige huli served in black bowl on a black plate
      Mor Kuzhambu | Majjige Huli | South Indian Buttermilk Curry

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    If you try this kadhi and rice made in Instant Pot, please don’t forget to comment and rate this recipe. If you have any questions, please leave a comment, and I will get to it ASAP. Make sure to follow me on my Pinterest or Instagram or join my Facebook Group for recipe updates and simple Indian meal ideas.

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    Instant Pot Kadhi & Rice | Mixed Vegetable Kadhi

    Quick, easy, and healthy mixed vegetable kadhi (yogurt and chickpea flour-based curry) recipe made in Instant Pot! Learn how to cook rice and kadhi together using the pot-in-pot method with detailed step-wise pictures.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Pressure building/releasing time15 minutes mins
    Total Time35 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 195kcal
    Author: Srividhya G

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot

    Ingredients

    Measurement Details: 1 cup=240ml; 1 tbsp=15ml; 1 tsp=5ml;

    For yogurt mix

    • ¾ cup yogurt I used no-fat Greek yogurt
    • 2.5 cups water divided. You can add upto 3 cups of water
    • ¼ cup chickpea flour

    To temper

    • ½ tbsp oil I used coconut oil
    • ½ tsp mustard seeds
    • ½ tsp fenugreek seeds
    • ⅛ tsp asafoetida
    • 1 strand curry leaves
    • 1 green chili chopped
    • 1- inch ginger peeled and chopped
    • 1 cup onion chopped

    Vegetables

    • 2 carrots peeled and chopped approx 120 grams
    • 1 broccoli head approx 120 grams
    • 2 cups spinach chopped approx 70 grams

    Spices

    • ½ tsp red chili powder
    • ½ tsp coriander powder
    • ¼ tsp turmeric powder
    • 1.5 tsp salt or as required

    Other ingredients

    • 2 tbsp cilantro finely chopped
    • ¾ cup basmati rice
    • 1.25 cup water

    Instructions

    Prepare the yogurt chickpea flour mix

    • Add the yogurt, chickpea flour, and ¾ cup of water to a mixer jar or blender.
    • Blend it thoroughly and set it aside.

    Prepare the tempering

    • Set the Instant Pot in saute mode, and when the display shows “HOT’, add the oil. Add mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds, and asafoetida when it is hot. Let the mustard seeds splutter and the fenugreek seeds turn deep red. Next, add the chopped green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves and saute for 30 to 45 seconds.
    • Add the chopped onion and saute until it becomes soft and translucent.

    Add the veggies and spices

    • Add the carrots, broccoli, spinach, and spices – red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
    • Mix well. Add ¼ cup of water, scrape the bottom, and cook for a couple of minutes. Then turn off the Instant Pot.

    Add the yogurt mix and keep the rice

    • Now add the yogurt and chickpea flour blend and the remaining water. Mix well.
    • Place the tall trivet or the egg rack inside and place the rice bowl. Ensure you rinse the basmati rice well and soak it for 20 minutes or until the kadhi prep work continues. Drain the water, add 1.25 cups of fresh water, and keep the rice bowl on the tall trivet below.

    Cook the rice and kadhi

    • Close the Instant Pot. Make sure the vent is in the sealing position. Select manual/pressure cook and set the time to 4 minutes at high-pressure mode. When the cooking is complete, wait 5 minutes and then release the remaining pressure. Carefully open the lid after releasing the pressure; this is how the kadhi and rice look after the cooking is complete.
    • Carefully remove the rice and tall trivet.

    Simmer the kadhi

    • Mix the kadhi well and set the Instant Pot in saute mode.
    • Check for salt and spice. Add salt and red chili powder if needed, then chopped cilantro.
    • Let it simmer for two minutes, and turn off the heat.
    • Enjoy the kadhi hot with rice.

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    Notes

    • You can use oil or your choice. I highly recommend coconut oil as it adds a nice flavor.
    • Adjust the salt and spices to your taste.
    • You can make this kadhi only with spinach or mixed vegetables of your choice. Zucchini, asparagus, sweet potatoes, potatoes, eggplant, and squash go well in this kadhi.
    • Add more water if you prefer a thin, consistency kadhi. Please note the kadhi thickens as it cools down. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 692mg | Potassium: 612mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5060IU | Vitamin C: 101mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 2mg

    I am not a nutritionist. The nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It varies depending upon the product types or brands.

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    Comments

    1. Priya Srinivasan says

      May 08, 2023 at 7:10 am

      5 stars
      I love cooking in IP, such a time saver. love this version of kadhi vidhya! very hearty with loads of veggies! The pic of rice bowl with kadhi, screams comfort! Love such simple dishes!

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        June 26, 2023 at 5:55 pm

        Thank you :-)

        Reply
    2. Samantha says

      April 18, 2023 at 4:20 am

      5 stars
      Where do you get chickpea flour?

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 20, 2023 at 5:56 pm

        It’s the chana dal flour or gram flour and we get it Indian stores

        Reply
    3. Vaishali says

      April 16, 2023 at 12:10 am

      5 stars
      I am a beginner with Instant Pot, so this recipe is truly a blessing. The complete meal will be ready in almost 30-35 minutes – with prep work included.
      Wonderful Vidya, please keep sharing such recipes, they are such a help, with everyone running around.

      Reply
      • Srividhya G says

        April 20, 2023 at 5:59 pm

        Thank you so much. Glad you liked it.

        Reply
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