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Madhyapradesh · Lunch

Bhindi Masala (Crispy Okra Stir-Fry)

Traditional 13. Bhindi Masala recipe

🧺 Ingredients

• 400g okra (bhindi), fresh, dried thoroughly
• 30ml oil
• 5ml mustard seeds
• 1 small onion (50g), finely chopped
• 10g ginger, finely grated
• 1 green chili, minced
• 100g tomato, finely chopped
• 2.5ml turmeric powder
• 5ml red chili powder
• 10ml coriander powder
• 5ml garam masala powder
• 1 pinch asafoetida
• Salt to taste
• 10ml coriander leaves, chopped
• 5ml lemon juice

👩‍🍳 How to make Bhindi Masala

1. Trim okra ends (both top and bottom), slit lengthwise with knife but do not cut in half
2. Pat dry thoroughly with cloth to remove any moisture (crucial for crispness)
3. Heat oil to 70°C in large pan (use high-sided pan to allow okra to spread)
4. Add mustard seeds; crackle 10 seconds
5. Add chopped onion; sauté 2 minutes until softened
6. Add ginger and green chili; cook 30 seconds
7. Add turmeric and asafoetida; cook 10 seconds
8. Add chopped tomato; cook 2 minutes until soft
9. Increase heat to high (90°C)
10. Add okra in single layer; do not crowd pan (may cook in batches)
11. Cook 8–10 minutes, stirring gently every 1 minute, until okra is tender and slightly caramelized
12. Add chili, coriander, and garam masala powders; toss 1 minute
13. Add salt to taste
14. Finish with coriander leaves and lemon juice
15. Serve immediately
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