Bhindi spice is a favorite dish in the Indian kitchen - and for good reasons. With its tender texture and tangy, a combination of spices, this recipe transforms gentle vegetables into star dish. The key is to prepare the properly , ensuring that bhindi is crisp and tasty with bites. Whether you have been a long fan of Indian meals or just explore new flavors, this recipe must make an effort!
Ingredients
- Bhindi (Okra): 250 grams
- Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Cumin seeds: 1 tablespoon
- Onion: 1 cup, thin slices
- Green chili: 1
- Ginger garlic paste: 1 tablespoon
- Tomatoes: 1 cup, chopped
- Turmeric powder: 1 teaspoon
- Red chili powder: 1 tablespoon
- Coriander powder: 1 tablespoon
- Garam masala: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves: 2 tablespoons, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Bhindi:
- For preparing bhindi,first rinse the bhindi in water.Then dry them completely with a clean kitchen towel.
- Removing excessive moisture prevents the bhindi from becoming slimy. Trim the ends and slice the soaked into about 1 inch of pieces.
- Pre-Cook Bhindi:
- In a non-stick pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil on medium-high heat. Add the chopped bhindi and stirring for 5-7 minutes, sometimes stirring until they start to become crisp and start to lose their thin texture.
- Transfer the bhindi in a plate and place it on the side.
- Prepare the spice base:
- In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Once the oil is heated, add cumin and let them crack for a few seconds.
- Add sliced onion and sliced green chillies. Bake onions until soft and slightly golden. Stir in ginger garlic paste and cook for about 1 minute until aromatic.
- Make tomato masala:
- Now, add the chopped tomatoes with a pinch of salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder and coriander powder.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat until the tomatoes are soft, and the oil starts to separate with spices .
- Gather and simmer:
- Place the pre -cooked bhindi to the pan. Mix bhindi properly with the spices is evenly coated with spices. Reduce the heat, cover the pan with a pan, and let it simmer for some minutes. This allows Bhindi to absorb flavors while the rest of the tender is still crisp.
- After simmer, sprinkle garam spices on the dish, stir gently and cook for extra minutes.
- Decoration and serving :
Conclusion
This Bhindi Masala recipe is a celebration of simple ingredients that together create a vibrant medley of flavors. Carefully cooking the bhindi guarantees the composition of the non-slimy, while the aromatic spices provide a rich, tangy taste. Suitable for both a week's dinner or a special weekend meal, this dish is sure to hit with anyone who likes an authentic Indian meal.
