Tawa Bhindi recipe
The Tawa Bhindi recipe presents a delicious variation of the traditional Bhindi Fry or Stuffed Bhindi. This vegetarian okra dish involves pan-frying with garlic, chickpea flour (besan), and a blend of Indian spices. Tawa Bhindi is expertly cooked to eliminate the slimy texture of okra, and it can be prepared in under 15 minutes. This straightforward vegan okra side dish pairs well with Paratha, Roti, Rice, or Naan.
Ingredients
- 500 grams Bhindi / Okra / Ladies finger
- ¼ cup Besan / Chickpea flour
- 1 tablespoon Red chili powder
- 2 tablespoon Cumin and coriander powder Dhana-jeera Powder – 2 tablespoon (Coriander powder 1 and ½ tablespoon and cumin powder ½ tbsp)
- ½ teaspoon Turmeric
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
- 3 tablespoon Crushed Peanut
- 1 tablespoon Garlic finely chopped
- 3 + 2 tablespoon Oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Cilantro / Coriander for garnishing
Instructions
- Wash and dry the okra with kitchen towel. Chop the top and bottom end. Slit the okra into lengthwise but not cutting it into half. keep it aside.
- Take Besan, Red chili powder, salt, Cumin and coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric, crushed peanut and Garlic in a big mixing bowl. Mix them very well
- Heat 3 tablespoon oil in a Tawa / griddle. Place the Okra. Close the lid and Cook them on a medium to low flame for 5 minutes or until they are tender. Stir in between.
- Sprinkle prepared masala. Mix it very well. Add remaining 2 tablespoon oil, Cilantro and lime juice. Let them cook for 2 minutes over medium to low heat.
- Your Tawa Bhindi is ready. Serve it hot with Phulka Roti, Paratha or with rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 53mgPotassium: 585mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1525IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 152mgIron: 4mg
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