Bendekayi palya

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Learn how to prepare Bendekai Palya or Bhindi Stir Fry with the help of step-by-step pictures . This style of ladies finger stir fry or bendekayi palya is highly popular in the Malnad and Karavali (Udupi-Mangaluru) regions of Karnataka. There are variations of this dish, such as omitting the coconut grinding step and using less jaggery, which are also commonly practiced. Feel free to adjust the recipe according to your taste preferences. However, this particular version of the recipe is incredibly tasty and pairs well with both chapathi and rice.

Ladies finger, or okra, offers numerous health benefits. It is a rich source of vitamins A, B, and C. Additionally, it provides dietary fiber and folic acid. Lady's finger is particularly beneficial during pregnancy and can help with constipation issues.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Breakfast

Cuisine Indian

Servings

Ingredients

250 gms Lady's finger or bendekai
1 tsp urad dal
1 tsp channa dal
4 tsp cooking oil
1/4 tsp mustard seeds
A big pinch turmeric powder
A small pinch asafoetida
4-5 curry leaves
1 gooseberry sized tamarind
1 gooseberry sized jaggery
Salt as per your taste
1/2 cup water for tamarind juice

Ingredients for grinding: (measuring cup used = 240ml)

1/4 tsp mustard seeds
1-2 red chili
1/4 cup grated coconut

Instructions

Wash, pat dry and chop the ladies fingers into 0.5 cm length pieces.
Take a frying pan, add oil, 1/4 tsp mustard seeds, urad dal and channa dal. When the urad dal turns brown, add turmeric powder, asafoetida and curry leaves.
Add chopped ladies finger and mix for a while. Add salt, jaggery and tamarind juice. Reduce the flame. Keep stirring occasionally. Adding tamarind juice helps to remove the sliminess of lady's finger.
Meantime dry grind coconut, red chili and 1/4 tsp mustard seeds using a small mixie jar.
Wait until the ladys fingers are cooked.
Add ground masala and mix well for 2 minutes. Optionally you can top it with finely chopped fresh coriander leaves. Switch off the stove and serve it with hot steaming rice.