Tangy Fried Okra
Bhindi with Amchoor
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Dietary Info
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Prep 10 mins
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Cook 15 mins
A simply heavenly vegetarian dish cooked with fried onion, fragrant crushed coriander seeds and spicy chilli, then finished with a dusting of zingy mango.
Hari says
There are many different ways of cooking okra or ladyfingers. This is the okra dish that my mum cooked for my dad as a simple, quick flash in the pan dish. It is delicious and makes a great side accompaniment to any Indian meal. My brother has always been a fan of okra and I'm hoping that just quoting his words will make you want to give this dish a go. Simply this is "food of the gods".
- Ingredients
- Method
- 500g okra
- 3 tbsp mustard oil
- 1 onion, finely sliced
- 2 tsp coriander seeds
- 1 dried red chilli/1tsp chilli flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 2 tsp amchoor powder (dried mango powder)
Method
- Wash and thoroughly dry the okra (kitchen roll is great for this).
- Remove the tops and slice the okra in half lengthways. Place the coriander seeds and red chilli into the pestle and mortar and pound until you have a coarse powder, then leave to one side.
- Heat the oil in a wok or non-stick pan on a medium heat, then stir in the sliced onions and cook until they just begin to brown.
- Add the okra and fry for about ten minutes, stirring now and then.
- Add the salt, turmeric along with the coriander and chilli mixture. Reduce the heat and leave the okra to cook for five more minutes (do not cover the pan).
- Once cooked, remove from the heat, sprinkle with garam masala and dust with the armchoor powder to serve.
Served with
I like to have my okra fairly crisp but if you prefer them slightly more soft continue to cook them for a little longer. These make a great accompaniment to any saucy dish and add a lovey contrast.
If you are like me and have spice cravings then try them on toast with a little yoghurt - you won't be disappointed.
Nutritional information
| Typical values* | per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 71 |
| Fat (g) | 5.6 |
| of which saturates (g) | 0.6 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 3.5 |
| of which sugars (g) | 2.7 |
| Fibre (g) | 3.4 |
| Protein (g) | 2.6 |
| Salt (mg) | 0.56 |
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Comments (16)
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Ragav
Hi Hari,
I just wanted to write and thank you for the delicious recipes I have made at home. I do most of the cooking and my Mrs is Vegan but my daughter and I are not. Anyway, we have made a Ragav doctored version of your chicken tikka masala that my daughter and I loved! We've also made this recipe numerous times and tried the cumin spiced carrot dish which was simply easy and delicious.
I'm really glad that I found your website as when I cook, it brings me happiness for my family and I and reminds me of my mum's cooking.
Best,
Ragav-
Hari Ghotra
Hi Ragav Thank you so much that is so wonderful to hear. I am so happy that the dishes are bringing you and your family such joy - thats really important to me. Please do download the app too then you can share your pictures with the community too. Thanks very much Hari
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David
It seems that mustard oil is not sold in the U.K for external use only. Is it ok to cook with it ? David-
Hari Ghotra
Hi David Yes this is the case - here is some more information on the reasons why https://www.harighotra.co.uk/cooking-guides/indian-cooking-ingredients/mustard-oil-facts Yes it's fine to use but if you would rather not then Rapeseed oil is a good substitute. Hope this helps Hari
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Mick
I have just cooked your tangy fried okra and had to tell
you it was superb.The best okra dish I have tasted.I can't
wait to try more of your recipes.Thank you-
Hari Ghotra
Hi Mick whoop whoop I am so pleased that you enjoyed it - so simple but super tasty. Let me know what else you try or if you need ant help Thanks so much for letting me know what you think. Hari
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rakhiinindia.in
Very nice and simple recipe Tangy Fried Okra, Bhindi with Amchoor I tried it and it came out superb...thanx-
Hari Ghotra
I love this one too - love Bhindi!!
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rakhiinindia.in
thanx for sharing this Strawberries Dipped in Chilli Chocolate recipe, my family is crazy for recipe , this is so easy n looks delicious -
Mark harvey
Always used recipes previously which included tomatoes but you don't need them
Such a simple dish with quite a small number of ingredients.
Sweet, dry savoury and packed with flavour and no slimy okra.
Get on it !!!!!-
Hari Ghotra
I love this one too - so pleased to hear that you loved it too!! thanks so much for your comments! Hari
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Hari Ghotra
Hi Rohan You have made my day - this is why I do what I do. Thank you so much for sharing. Please do keep in touch and let me know what you try next. Thank very much Hari -
Rohan Sanjay
Hi Hari,
Rohan here, from India. Noticed your blog a couple of days ago. I'm not a person who cooks, but looking at all of these delicious dishes, explained in a very simple way, made me go in my kitchen and try something out. Thought of starting with tangy fried okra, It turned out really good. My family loved it too. I'm gonna try making other dishes very soon. Thank you so much. :)
Cheers. -
Hari
Glad you gave it a go! -
Jeff
Very nice Okra dish but "food of the gods" Not really!
Tracey Ross
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