Masala Bhindi

Okra Curry
Portions:4
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time:28 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. okra sliced lengthwise or chopped into small pieces
  • 2 onions pureed
  • 2 tsp. ginger paste
  • 2 tsp. garlic paste
  • 1 tsp. turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. cumin powder
  • 1 tsp. coriander powder
  • 1 potato cubed
  • 1 tsp. salt or to taste
  • 1 large tomato pureed
  • 2 tbsp. oil

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add pureed onions, ginger paste, and garlic paste to the hot oil.
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
  • Stir in cumin powder and coriander powder.
  • Cook for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
  • Add pureed tomato to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-spice mixture.
  • Add cubed potatoes and sliced okra to the pan.
  • Mix well with the onion-tomato-spice mixture.
  • Sprinkle turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt over the vegetables.
  • Stir to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
  • Cover the pan and let the curry cook for about 30 minutes on medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
  • Once the vegetables are cooked to your liking, remove the pan from the heat.
  • Serve hot as a main course, accompanied by rice or Indian flatbread.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

While traditionally not paired with wine, you can enjoy this Okra Curry (Masala Bhindi) with a light and refreshing Indian lager beer for a classic accompaniment. Alternatively, a glass of mango lassi can provide a cooling contrast to the spices.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 150 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 7 g | Fiber: 6 g | Sugar: 5 g
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Course Curry / Main Dish
Cuisine India