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Bhindi Masala Recipe Your New Favorite Indian Comfort Food!

Bhindi Masala Recipe: Your New Favorite Indian Comfort Food! 🌶️

  • Author: Alora chef
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and easy Indian okra curry made by half-frying bhindi and combining it with a rich masala base of tomatoes, onions, and aromatic spices. This slime-free, flavorful dish is perfect for lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 500g fresh bhindi (okra), cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 medium onions, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup tomato puree
  • 1 tsp jeera (cumin seeds)
  • 1/2 tsp black seeds (kalonji/nigella seeds)
  • 1 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp jeera and black pepper powder
  • 34 tbsp cooking oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and half-fry the bhindi pieces until they develop golden edges. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, add jeera and black seeds. Let them splutter.
  3. Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. Add tomato puree and cook until oil separates.
  5. Add all the spice powders (red chilli, turmeric, coriander, jeera-pepper powder) and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add the fried bhindi back to the pan and mix gently with the masala.
  7. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes on low heat.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.

Notes

  • Choose fresh, firm okra without dark spots for best results
  • Half-frying the bhindi prevents it from becoming slimy
  • Don’t overcook the okra to maintain its texture
  • Adjust spice levels according to your preference
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for extra flavor

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: bhindi masala, okra curry, indian vegetarian, easy recipe, spicy okra, indian sabzi, vegetable curry, gluten free indian food