Indian
Indian - Regional Mains
Bhindi Masala
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 500g okra, trimmed and cut into 1cm pieces
- • 3 tbsp mustard oil
- • 1 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1 large onion, finely sliced
- • 2 green chilies, slit
- • 2 tsp coriander powder
- • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- • 1 tsp dried mango powder (amchur)
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Wash the okra and dry it thoroughly, then slice; moisture makes it slimy.
2
Phase 2
Heat the mustard oil, crackle the cumin seeds, and fry the onion with the slit chilies until golden.
3
Phase 3
Add the okra with the coriander powder, turmeric, and salt; toss to coat.
4
Phase 4
Sauté uncovered on medium-high heat 12-15 minutes until the okra is tender and the slime disappears.
5
Phase 5
Sprinkle over the amchur, toss, and serve hot with roti.