Bhindi Masala Recipe
Bhindi Masala is a popular Indian dish made with okra (also known as bhindi) as the main ingredient. The okra is sautéed with a mixture of spices, onions, and tomatoes to create a flavorful and delicious dish that is commonly served as a side dish. The dish is known for its combination of flavors and textures, with the okra remaining slightly crisp while being cooked through, and being complemented by the spiced tomato and onion based sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb okra / bhindi trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 Onions finely chopped
- 2 Tomato finely chopped
- 2 tbsp ghee / clarified butter
- 1 tsp Cumin (Jeera)
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- Salt and pepper
- coriander leaves / cilantro
Instructions
Pre-Cooking Prep Steps
- Trim the ends of the okra and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
- Finely chop the onion and tomatoes.
Cooking Steps
- Heat oil or ghee in a pan over medium heat.
- Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until they are golden brown.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and sauté until they are softened.
- Add the okra, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the okra is tender.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes & Tips
Notes
- As a side dish: Serve Bhindi Masala as a side dish with a main course such as dal makhani or butter chicken.
- As a main dish: Serve Bhindi Masala with a side of rice or roti for a complete and satisfying meal.
- As a topping: Use Bhindi Masala as a topping for a keto-friendly pizza or wrap.
- Adding 1/2 tsp of garam masala powder to the dish for a warm and aromatic flavor
- Adding 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro or mint to the dish for a refreshing and herbaceous flavor
- Adding 1 tsp of grated ginger to the dish for a fresh and zesty flavor
- Adding 1/4 tsp of fenugreek powder to the dish for a nutty and earthy flavor
Nutrition Information (Note: Approximate)
Nutrition Facts
Bhindi Masala Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
173
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
26
mg
9
%
Sodium
18
mg
1
%
Potassium
731
mg
21
%
Carbohydrates
19
g
6
%
Fiber
7
g
29
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
1783
IU
36
%
Vitamin B1
0.4
mg
27
%
Vitamin B2
0.1
mg
6
%
Vitamin B3
2
mg
10
%
Vitamin B5
0.5
mg
5
%
Vitamin B6
0.4
mg
20
%
Vitamin C
50
mg
61
%
Vitamin E
1
mg
7
%
Vitamin K
54
µg
51
%
Calcium
152
mg
15
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
Magnesium
104
mg
26
%
Zinc
1
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.