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Up close view of cooked okra for Bhindi Bhaji

Bhindi Bhaji


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Ingredients

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  • 30ml (2 tbsp) vegetable oil
  • 5ml (1 tsp) cumin seeds
  • 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
  • 1 green chilli, washed and finely chopped
  • 450g (1lb) okra
  • 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) turmeric
  • 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) chilli powder
  • 2.5ml (1/2 tsp) garam masala
  • 5ml (1 tsp) ground coriander
  • 2 tomatoes, washed and chopped
  • Salt, season to taste

Instructions

  1. Fry the cumin seeds in the oil until they turn slightly darker in curry and release their aroma.
  2. Add the onion, garlic and chilli and fry until softened and slightly browned.
  3. Add the okra and stir while frying.
  4. Place a lid on the pan and let it cook further for 3 minutes.
  5. Add the turmeric, coriander, chilli powder, garam masala and tomato to the okra and stir vigorously until everything is well mixed.
  6. Place a lid on the pan again and let it cook further for 3 minutes.
  7. By this time the okra would have shrunk and changed colour. When it’s tender the dish is ready.
  8. Season to taste and serve as side dish with Indian meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 129
  • Sugar: 3.1 g
  • Sodium: 52 mg
  • Fat: 7.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13.1 g
  • Fiber: 4.7 g
  • Protein: 3 g