bhindi masala recipe | bhindi ki gravy recipe | okra masala curry with detailed photo and video recipe. basically, a gravy based indian masala curry prepared with diced okra, tomatoes, onions and a combination of spices. it is known for its mix of flavours and blend of spices that are infused inside the slit bhindi. it is a perfect premium curry recipe and can be served with both rice and roti including the different types of paratha and naan.
bhindi masala recipe | bhindi ki gravy recipe | okra masala curry with step by step photo and video recipe. okra or bhindi is a versatile vegetable and is used in different types of indian recipes. even though it is very well appreciated in indian cuisine, it can be tricky to prepare as it releases the sticky latex while cooking. keeping all those in considerations, i am posting a rich and creamy gravy recipe known as bhindi masala recipe or okra masala curry.
i had previously posted this recipe couple of years back and i was getting quite a little feedback about it. especially, many had complained about the sticky latex it releases while cooking this gravy. i do understand it can be tricky to handle okra, hence i thought of re-sharing this post again with additional tips and suggestions. the first tip is to keep the okra dry. we generally wash the vegetables before using them. well, we have to wash okra too but have to thoroughly wipe and dry it before slit and stuffing. the other tip is to fry it before mixing it to the gravy base. this step helps to remove all the moisture within the okra. also, it also cuts the direct contact of fresh okra with the moisture from the gravy base. i would strongly recommend not skipping this step for a perfect masala gravy base.
furthermore, some more additional tips, suggestions and variants to the bhindi masala recipe. firstly, for a perfect crunchy bhindi, you need to use tender and fresh okra for this recipe. the best way to check the tenderness of the okra while buying is to snap the tip of it. if it easily breaks, it is fresh and tender. secondly, as a variation in this recipe, i have added diced tomatoes and onion in addition to okra. adding these makes it more versatile and attractive, but not mandatory though. hence you may skip it if you do not wish to. lastly, i have added curd or yoghurt to the onion and tomato base. well, i would still bank on yoghurt but you may switch it with cooking cream or even full cream milk too.
finally, i request you to check my other related curry recipes collection with this post of bhindi masala recipe. it mainly includes my other related recipes like onion kulambu, vrat wale aloo, curry without onion and garlic, paneer butter masala, leftover roti kofta curry, paneer tikka masala, veg nizami handi, dahi paneer, kathal ki sabji, paneer masala dhaba style. in addition to these i would also like to mention my other related recipe categories like,
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Ingredients
for frying bhindi
- 10 bhindi, chopped
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp chilli powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- 2 tsp oil
for curry:
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp kasuri methi
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 8 clove garlic
- 1 tsp ginger paste
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- ½ tsp cumin powder
- 1½ cup tomato puree
- ¼ cup curd
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ onion, petals
- 1 to mato, quarter
- ¼ tsp garam masala
- 2 tbsp coriander, finely chopped
Instructions
- firstly, take 10 bhindi and chop them into pieces. make sure to slit in the centre so that masala can be absorbed.
- add ¼ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp garam masala.
- mix well coating all the spices to bhindi.
- in a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil, add 1 tsp kasuri methi, 1 tsp cumin and saute until the spices turn aromatic.
- now add 1 onion, 8 clove garlic and 1 tsp ginger paste.
- saute well making sure the onions turn golden brown.
- further add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder and ½ tsp cumin powder.
- saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.
- add 1½ cup tomato puree and saute well.
- saute until the oil separates from the puree.
- now add ¼ cup curd and cook until the oil separates.
- add 1 cup water and 1 tsp salt. mix well adjusting the consistency of the curry.
- in another pan heat 2 tsp oil and fry the bhindi.
- fry until the bhindi changes colour and is almost cooked.
- transfer the fried bhindi to the curry, add ½ onion and 1 tomato.
- mix well, cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until the flavours are absorbed well.
- add ¼ tsp garam masala and 2 tbsp coriander. mix well.
- finally, enjoy bhindi masala recipe with roti.
Nutrition
how to make bhindi masala with step by step photo:
- firstly, take 10 bhindi and chop them into pieces. make sure to slit in the centre so that masala can be absorbed.
- add ¼ tsp turmeric, ½ tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp garam masala.
- mix well coating all the spices to bhindi.
- in a large kadai heat 2 tbsp oil, add 1 tsp kasuri methi, 1 tsp cumin and saute until the spices turn aromatic.
- now add 1 onion, 8 clove garlic and 1 tsp ginger paste.
- saute well making sure the onions turn golden brown.
- further add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp chilli powder, 1 tsp coriander powder and ½ tsp cumin powder.
- saute on low flame until the spices turn aromatic.
- add 1½ cup tomato puree and saute well.
- saute until the oil separates from the puree.
- now add ¼ cup curd and cook until the oil separates.
- add 1 cup water and 1 tsp salt. mix well adjusting the consistency of the curry.
- in another pan heat 2 tsp oil and fry the bhindi.
- fry until the bhindi changes colour and is almost cooked.
- transfer the fried bhindi to the curry, add ½ onion and 1 tomato.
- mix well, cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until the flavours are absorbed well.
- add ¼ tsp garam masala and 2 tbsp coriander. mix well.
- finally, enjoy bhindi masala recipe with roti.
notes:
- firstly, wipe off bhindi with a clean dry towel before chopping. else the bhindi will turn sticky if there is any moisture.
- also, adding masala to the bhindi will enhance the flavour of bhindi.
- additionally, fry the bhindi on medium flame, else the bhindi will not cook from inside.
- finally, bhindi masala recipe tastes great when prepared spicy.