Dahi Tadka Toast – Indian Style
For the Curd Mixture
For the Tadka (Tempering)
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Step-by-Step Instructions
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Prepare the Curd Mixture
In a bowl, add 1 cup of curd. Then add 1/2 tsp red chilli powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp chaat masala, and salt to taste. well until all the spices are thoroughly combined with the curd.
Prepare the Tadka
Heat 1-2 tsp of oil in a small pan. Add 1/2 tsp mustard seeds, 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, 1/2 tsp urad dal, a pinch of asafoetida (hing), and 5-6 curry leaves. until the mustard seeds splutter and the urad dal turns light golden brown.
Combine Tadka and Onions with Curd
Pour the prepared tadka into the curd mixture and mix well. Optionally, add 1 small thinly sliced onion to the curd mixture and mix it in. This step is completely optional.
Coat the Bread Slices
Take a slice of brown bread and dip it thoroughly into the curd mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly coated. Repeat for all bread slices.
Cook the Dahi Tadka Toast
Heat a little oil on a tawa or non-stick pan over low flame. Place the coated bread slices on the hot pan. Cook each side for until golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully to cook the other side.
Serve
Once cooked, transfer the Dahi Tadka to a plate. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve immediately.
Before You Cook
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No Yogurt?
- Sour cream (1:1)
- Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Asafoetida (hing)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder
No Curry leaves?
- 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
Variations
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- Add finely chopped green chiliesCustomise
Add finely chopped green chilies or ginger to the curd mixture for extra flavor.
- Experiment with different vegetables like
Experiment with different vegetables like grated carrots or finely chopped bell peppers in the curd mixture.
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