Bhaji is the Hindi word for a type of vegetable side dish that is usually served fairly dry and without a sauce. If you like okra, this recipe is a great way to try it in a new and delicious way.
Bhindi Bhaji
Course: VegetablesCuisine: IndiaBhaji is the Hindi word for a vegetable side dish that is served fairly dry and without a sauce. If you like okra, this recipe is a great way to try it in a new and delicious way.
Ingredients
Oil — 1/4 cup
Mustard seeds — 1 tablespoon
Cuminseed — 2 teaspoons
Chile peppers, minced or sliced into rounds — 1 to 3
Turmeric — 1/2 teaspoon
Asafoetida powder (optional) — a big pinch
Okra, stems removed and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds — 1 1/2 pounds
Salt and pepper — to taste
Directions
- Heat the oil over medium flame in a large pot or wok. Add the mustard and cumin seeds and stir just until the mustard seeds start popping, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the chile peppers, turmeric and asafetida powder and saute briefly. Add the okra, salt and pepper and saute, stirring often until the okra is cooked through but still firm, 4 to 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning and serve.
Bhindi Bhaji Notes and Variations
- Bhindi bhaji with tomatoes: Add 1/2 onion, minced, with the chile peppers and proceed with the recipe. After 2 to 3 minutes of frying the okra, add 2 cups of chopped tomatoes and simmer until cooked through.
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