Bhindi Masala

Bhindi Masala

Bhindi Masala

Veg Vegan

A flavorful okra dish cooked with spices and tomatoes, known for its delightful texture and taste.

Cuisines

Brij Indian

Best for

Lunch Dinner

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Recipe

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Total: 40 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Okra 250 grams Okra
oil 2 tablespoons Oil
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , seeds
Onion 1 medium Onion , finely chopped
Tomato 2 medium Tomato , finely chopped
ginger-garlic paste 1 teaspoon Ginger-garlic paste
coriander powder 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
red chili powder 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
garam masala 1 teaspoon Garam masala
salt Salt , to taste
Cilantro 1 tablespoon Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

  1. 1 Wash the bhindi thoroughly and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Trim the ends and cut into 1-inch pieces.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
  3. 3 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
  4. 4 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute until the raw smell disappears.
  5. 5 Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft and the oil starts to separate.
  6. 6 Mix in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
  7. 7 Add the bhindi pieces and mix well to coat them with the masala.
  8. 8 Cover the pan and cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the bhindi is cooked and tender.
  9. 9 Sprinkle garam masala and mix well. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  10. 10 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot with roti or rice.

Tips

Ensure the bhindi is completely dry before cooking to avoid it becoming slimy.