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A white plate showcases a vibrant serving of Bhindi Fry, with sautéed okra pieces perfectly mixed with aromatic spices. A metal spoon rests invitingly on the plate, placed on a pristine white cloth, ready to serve.
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Bhindi Fry | Okra sauteed with onions and spices

Bhindi Fry is okra sauteed with onions and spices. It's delicious with roti or works as a side with dal chawal.
Prep Time7 minutes
Cook Time28 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course, Sides
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 3 servings
Author: Nisha Kapur

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 2 inch piece ginger chopped/grated
  • 1 green chili, slit
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 7 handfuls / cups okra chopped horizontally
  • 1/3 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp mango powder amchoor

Instructions

  • Wash the okra and make sure it is completely dry. You don't want wet okra to prevent it from getting stringy.
    A pile of fresh, green okra pods, perfect for a delicious Bhindi Fry, spread out on a white towel.
  • Slice the ends off.
    Chopped okra, destined for a delicious Bhindi Fry, rests on a wooden cutting board next to a gleaming kitchen knife.
  • Chop the okra horizontally. Set aside.
    Chopped green okra slices, perfect for a delicious Bhindi Fry, spread elegantly on a wooden cutting board.
  • Chop the onions. Set aside.
    Chopped onions on a wooden cutting board with a knife, ready to bring out the flavors of a delicious Bhindi Fry.
  • Heat a wok/skillet on medium heat, once hot, add oil, and then add the onions.
    Chopped onions sautéing in a gray frying pan on a stovetop, ready to complement the flavors of bhindi fry.
  • Saute the onions until they are slightly golden, about 3 minutes. Stir in between.
    Chopped onions sizzling in a gray frying pan on the stove, creating the perfect base for a flavorful Bhindi Fry.
  • Add the okra. Stir.
    Bhindi Fry sizzles in a frying pan on the stovetop, as perfectly chopped okra cooks to a crisp perfection.
  • Add salt after a couple of minutes. Cook the okra for 8-10 minutes stirring in between
    Bhindi Fry sizzles in a frying pan, with sliced okra and chopped onions being stirred by a wooden spatula on the stovetop.
  • This is what you should have.
    Sliced okra being sautéed in a pan, showing light browning, transforms into a delicious Bhindi Fry.
  • Now add the ginger, green chlli, and spices... turmeric, cumin, coriander, and red chili powder. Stir well.
    Bhindi Fry: Chopped okra with spices sizzles in a gray frying pan on the stove.
  • Lower the heat to dial 2, cover with a lid and let the okra cook for another 15 minutes. Stir in between.
    A gray frying pan with a stainless steel lid, perfect for sizzling up a delicious Bhindi Fry, is placed on a black stovetop.
  • This is what you should have after 15 minutes.
    Bhindi Fry sizzles in a gray frying pan on the stove, with chopped okra lightly browned and mixed with seeds.
  • Add mango powder. Stir. Turn off the stove.
    Sautéed bhindi fry features chopped okra sizzling with spices in a frying pan, skillfully mixed using a wooden spatula.
  • Serve with roti/naan and raita.
    A plate with naan bread, a dish of creamy sauce, and a serving of sautéed vegetables, complemented by flavorful Bhindi Fry.

Notes

* For Low-Carb, skip the roti/naan.

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 280mg | Potassium: 783mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1729IU | Vitamin C: 57mg | Calcium: 212mg | Iron: 2mg