Kurkuri Bhindi Recipe (Okra Fry)
Kurkuri Bhindi is a high-calorie dish that is high in carbohydrates, protein, and fat. However, the dish is also high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious option for those who are looking for a healthy snack. The deep-frying process does add a significant amount of calories to the dish, so it is recommended to consume it in moderation.
Ingredients
- 400 okra / bhindi
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- ½ tsp coriander powder
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- ¼ tsp garam masala
- ½ aamchur / dry mango powder aamchur
Instructions
Preparations
- Assemble all ingredients together to avoid last minute rush.
- If you are taking fresh okras, then wash and pat dry them completely with kitchen towel or you can leave them for 30 minutes. If you are taking frozen okras, then leave the frozen okras out of freezer for 30 minutes.
Cooking
For Fresh Okras:
- Cut fresh okras into thin strips and set aside in a Mixing Bowl.
- Now, add turmeric powder, roasted cumin, red chili powder, garam masala powder, coriander powder, salt, dry mango powder and oil in the Mixing Bowl.
- Mix well to coat and set it aside for few minutes to make the okras absorb the flavors.
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C for 5 minutes.
- Place the coated okra strips in the air fryer basket and air fry them for 15 minutes.
- After first 7 minutes, gently slide out the basket and give the okra strips light toss or shake. Then put it back and air fry for another 8 minutes.
- Your Okra Fry / Bhindi Fry is ready to serve.
For Frozen Okras:
- After resting period is over, slit them into halves and air fry them in an Air Fryer for 10 minutes at 180°C. Then, cut them into halves and set aside in a Mixing Bowl.
- Now, add turmeric powder, roasted cumin, red chili powder, garam masala powder, coriander powder, salt, dry mango powder and oil in the Mixing Bowl.
- Mix well to coat and set it aside for few minutes to make the okras absorb the flavors.
- Place the coated okra strips in the air fryer basket and air fry them for 10 minutes.
- After first 5 minutes, gently slide out the basket and give the okra strips light toss or shake. Then put it back and air fry for another 5 minutes.
- Your Okra Fry / Bhindi Fry is ready to serve!
Equipment Used for This Recipe
Notes & Tips
- Oil: You may use less oil but the okra will become too hard and will also have a very dry feel while eating. It will be crunchy but too dry, using 2 tablespoon oil will keep it crispy and also will match the taste of deep fried okra!
- Spiciness: You can adjust the flavor as per your taste by adding or reducing red chilli powder.
- Oil: You can use any neutral tasting oil. Some options are sunflower oil, canola oil or olive oil.
- Okras: Always rinse the okra first, wipe them dry and then chop them, so that they will not turn slimy and sticky.
- Don’t have Air Fryer? You can deep fry okras in hot oil in case you don’t have an Air Fryer.
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Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Kurkuri Bhindi Recipe (Okra Fry)
Amount per Serving
Calories
44
% Daily Value*
Fat
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
0.4
g
3
%
Trans Fat
0.02
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Sodium
393
mg
17
%
Potassium
14
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
0.5
g
0
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
0.05
g
0
%
Protein
0.1
g
0
%
Vitamin A
101
IU
2
%
Vitamin B1
0.002
mg
0
%
Vitamin B2
0.003
mg
0
%
Vitamin B3
0.1
mg
1
%
Vitamin B5
0.003
mg
0
%
Vitamin B6
0.01
mg
1
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Vitamin E
1
mg
7
%
Vitamin K
4
µg
4
%
Calcium
4
mg
0
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
Magnesium
2
mg
1
%
Zinc
0.04
mg
0
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.