Bhindi Masala

Bhindi Masala is a very popular Indian dish, It is a most commonly ordered dish during our eat outs. This is mainly served as side dish with chapathis and rotis. Easy to prepare and delicious also. 

It is essential to dry the okra by wiping it with kitchen towel before chopping , this helps in reducing the sliminess. Sliminess is the problem we usually face while cooking bhindi. Do not add water to the dish while cooking as this will increase the sliminess of the dish and Do not close the lid while cooking. Few things here and there, u can avoid it... and make your dish perfect.. :)

Enjoy Cooking!

Ingredients:-
Bhindi / Lady Finger - 400 grams

Onion-1  (chopped)
Tomato -1 (chopped)
Ginger – small piece

Green Chillies-2
cumin seeds-1 tsp
Coriander Powder-1 tsp
Red chilli powder-1/2 tsp
Garam Masala powder-1/4 tsp
Amchur / Dry Mango powder-1/4 tsp
Salt
Coriander leaves
Oil

Method

Heat oil in a pan and add chopped bhindi and saute for 2-3 minutes on medium heat or you can shallow fry the bhindi also,  keep aside.

Now add oil in the pan and add cumin seeds, then add finely chopped ginger, chopped green chilis and stir. Add onions and sauté till slightly golden brown, add chopped tomatoes and salt then cover and cook. When tomato become soft, add redchilli powder, coriander powder and garam masala. Stir for a minute then add bhindi and mix well. Cook for 2-3 min. Now add amchur ( dry mango powder) and mix well. Cook for another one or two min and then switch off the flame.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Serve hot with roti or chappathi.