bhindi masala recipe | bhindi masala gravy recipe | okra masala curry

bhindi masala recipe | bhindi masala gravy recipe | okra masala curry recipe with detailed photo and video recipe. a ladies finger curry recipe, which is unique blend of indian spices with tomato – onion sauce. it is typically consumed with roti and chapathi but can also be extended with plain rice or jeera rice. bhindi masala gravy recipe is popular north indian curry recipe coming direct from punjabi cuisine.
bhindi masala recipe | bhindi masala gravy recipe | okra masala curry recipe with step by step photo and video recipe. indian okra recipes are always popular all over the world, however bhindi masala curry has a special place and is widely appreciated. masala bhindi can be prepared in 2 ways – one with curry or gravy which is tomato – onion based sauce and other with dry ingredients.

i am big fan of north indian curries, especially the paneer based curries or recipes. however bhindi recipes or okra recipes is an exception and especially the bhindi masala with gravy. luckily even it is favourite recipe to my husband. hence whenever we go out for dinners, paneer or bhindi recipes is always on the menu. i personally like the combination of jeera rice or matar pulao with okra curry recipe.

while the preparation of bhindi recipes are extremely easy, but some considerations for perfect gravy. firstly, whenever you shop of okra, try to buy tender okras. the best way to determine a tender okra is by snapping the tip of okra. if you can easily snap then it is tender. secondly, always wash okra properly and then wipe them dry before chopping it. with the presence of moisture, okra would release its latex. lastly, you can also add slit capsicum with the gravy to have rich chilli and sweet taste.

finally i would request you to check my other indian curry recipes collection from my blog. this includes, bharwan bhindi, kurkuri bhindi, bhindi ka salan, bhindi sambar, dahi bhindi, bhindi raita and palak paneer recipe. in addition, do visit my other recipes collection like,

• paneer recipes collection
• roti recipes collection
• rice recipes collection

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bhindi masala recipe | bhindi masala gravy recipe | okra masala curry

4 from 4 votes

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 3 Servings

AUTHOR: Hebbar's Kitchen

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Indian

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easy bhindi masala recipe | bhindi masala gravy recipe | okra masala curry

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp oil, for sauting bhindi / okra
• 6 bhindi / okra / lady's finger, 1.5 inch length
• 2 tsp oil, for gravy
• 1 tsp jeera / cumin seeds
• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste / adrak lasun paste
• ½ medium sized onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp kashmiri chili powder / lal mirch powder
• ½ tsp turmeric powder / haldi
• 1 tsp coriander powder / dhaniya powder
• ½ tsp garam masala powder
• 1 cup / 2 large sized tomato pulp
• ¼ cup cashew paste / 7 cashews paste
• ½-1 cup water, as required
• salt to taste
• 2 tbsp coriander leaves, finely chopped

Instructions

• firstly, in a large kadai heat oil and saute bhindi.
• sauté on medium flame stirring occasionally.
• remove and keep aside.
• now in the same kadai add 2 tsp of oil if required.
• also add jeera and sauté till it turns aromatic.
• furthermore, add ginger-garlic paste and sauté.
• also add onions and continue to sauté.
• add spices like chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder and garam masala.
• sauté for a minute on low flame till the spices are cooked well.
• now add tomato pulp and sauté continuously till the oil separates and forms thick masala paste.
• now add cashew paste, salt add water as required to adjust the consistency.
• get the gravy to boil.
• further add sautéed bhindi and mix gently.
• cover and simmer the gravy for 5 minutes.
• now add coriander leaves and mix well.
• finally, serve bhindi masala gravy / okra masala curry with plain rice, chapathi or roti.

 how to make bhindi masala gravy with step by step photo recipe:

1. firstly, in a large kadai heat oil.
   
2. further add chopped bhindi of 1.5 inches length. make sure to take fresh and tender bhindis. else they turn to be chewy.
   
3. sauté on medium flame stirring occasionally.
   
4. also make sure to cook on all sides.
   
5. further saute the bhindi till golden spots appear and also okras shrink in size.
   
6. remove and keep aside.
   
7. now in the same kadai add 2 tsp of oil if required.
   
8. also add jeera and sauté till it turns aromatic.
   
9. furthermore, add ginger-garlic paste and sauté till the raw smell disappears.
   
10. also add onions and continue to sauté  till they turn slightly golden in colour.
    
11. add spices like chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder and garam masala.
    
12. sauté for a minute on low flame till the spices are cooked well.
    
13. now add tomato pulp. to prepare tomato pulp, blend 2 large tomatoes without adding any water.
    
14. keep stirring on low-medium flame without burning at the bottom.
    
15. also sauté continuously till the oil separates and forms a thick masala paste.
    
16. now add cashew paste to make a creamy gravy. to prepare cashew paste, soak 7 cashews in ¼ cup of warm water for 15 minutes and then blend to smooth paste.
    
17. add salt to taste.
    
18. also add water as required to adjust the consistency and get the gravy to boil.
    
19. further add sautéed bhindi and mix gently.
    
20. cover and simmer the gravy for 5 minutes. do not over cook as the bhindi will turn soft and soggy.
    
21. now add coriander leaves and mix well.
    
22. finally, serve bhindi masala gravy / okra masala curry with plain rice, chapathi or roti.
    

notes:

• firstly, make sure to select small and tender bhindi to make curry more juicy and tasty.
• also adjust the spice level according to your preference.
• most noteworthy, wash the bhindi and pat dry at-least 1 hour before chopping bhindis. as they turn sticky if there is moisture.
• additionally add curd or cream to make curry more rich and creamy.
• finally, do not over cook bhindi as they turn to be soggy in bhindi masala gravy / okra masala curry.