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Bhindi masala recipe / Okra sabzi

Bhindi Masala

Author: Soniya Saluja
Instant Pot Bhindi Masala/ Bhindi Sabzi -  It is an easy okra stir-fry that requires just a few simple ingredients. It is vegan, keto-friendly and gluten-free. Can be put on the table in 15 minutes!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: bhindi masala, bhindi sabji, bhindi sabzi
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings:

4 people

Calories:

202kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb okra bhindi, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 medium onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 4 green chilies slit
  • 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
  • 4 tablespoon yogurt
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder plus extra for bhindi
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon amchur dry mango powder
  • 1 teaspoon kasuri methi crushed
  • 3 tablespoon mustard oil
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Sauté the bhindi: Heat 2 tablespoon mustard oil in a wide pan on medium high, add bhindi with salt and turmeric, cook 5 minutes until 75% done, set aside.
  • Make the tadka: Add remaining oil, crackle cumin seeds and green chilies, sauté onions until light brown.
  • Add aromatics: Stir in ginger garlic paste, cook 30 to 40 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add yogurt mixture: Whisk yogurt with all spice powders, add to pan on low heat, stir well.
  • Add tomatoes: Add diced tomatoes, cook 2 minutes until softened.
  • Combine and finish: Gently fold in sautéed bhindi, cook 5 to 8 minutes until fully done.
  • Garnish and serve: Crush kasuri methi over the curry, garnish with cilantro, serve hot with paratha or roti.

Nutrition

Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 183mg | Potassium: 627mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 2mg
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