Bhindi Masala
Enjoy this bhindi masala, an easy stir-fry okra curry that is the perfect simple side dish that is both nutritious and delicious!
Ingredients
- 300 grams sliced okra about 3 cups
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
- ¼ cup oil
- 2-3 tablespoons of crushed tomato or 1 large tomato, chopped
Instructions
- In a frying pan or wide pot on low heat, add the oil and add okra in a single layer. Let it cook till, about 5 minutes until the slime disappears, and the okra starts to crisp up. Work in batches if required.
- You can also bake the okra in the oven, at 325ºF, for 10-15 minutes, until it is no longer slimy/sticky.
- Once the okra is no longer slimy, add the coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, turmeric, and salt.
- Next, add the tomatoes, and cook until the tomatoes are softened, and blended into the rest of the dish.
- Remove from heat.
- Serve on it’s own, or as a side dish with daal or kadhi along with roti or rice.