Bhindi Masala

Lightly flavored okra gravy.

Category : Vegetarian
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Serving :4
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Cusine Type : Telugu


Ingredients

2 cups of Bhindi


2 medium sized onions chopped


2 tomatoes


3 green chillies slit


1 tsp cumin powder


1/4 turmeric powder


1 tsp coriander powder


1/2 tsp garam masala powder


1 tsp red chilli powder


2 tbsps yogurt


6 to 8 cashew nuts


2 tsps poppy seeds


1/2 tsp of saunf


Salt to taste


Oil as needed


Salt as required


Fresh coriander for garnish


Directions

Cut okra lengthwise into 1 1/2 inch pieces.

Heat oil in a pan and saute the onions until transparent and set aside.

Roast the poppy seeds and cashew nuts separately and make a paste along with the onions.

Heat1 tbsp oil in a pan and fry the okra until brown. Remove the okra and drain on a paper towel.

To the same pan add the green chillies and saunf. Then add the ground paste, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander and cumin powder, garam masala powder and saute till the oil comes out. Add the diced tomatoes and yogurt and cook for 3-4 minutes till incorporated. Then add the okra and salt. Add water to the gravy and boil for sometime. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Serve with roti, naan or rice.

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