Bhindi Masala
Dry okra is cooked separately before being folded into a thick onion-tomato spice mixture.
AI-generated serving illustration; actual results may vary.
IndianFood
15 minPrep
18 minCook
33 minTotal
EasyDifficulty
Ingredients
Method
- Wash okra whole and dry thoroughly before trimming and cutting into 2 cm pieces.
- Heat half the oil over medium heat; fry okra uncovered for 8 minutes, turning gently; transfer out.
- Add remaining oil and onion for 5 minutes; add tomato, coriander, cumin and salt for 3 minutes.
- Return okra and cook uncovered for 2–3 minutes until tender and coated in the thick tomato mixture.
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Tips
- Drying whole okra before slicing helps reduce sticky threads.
- Avoid adding water; the tomato supplies enough moisture for this style.
Original recipe by the FileYay team. Amounts are a starting point, so taste and adjust as you go.