Shallow fried bhindi with achari masala makes a super delicious side dish to be served with dal chawal or rotis and tadka dal. Select very tender ones for this recipe.
Bhindi / okra .... 200 gms
Saunf / fennel seeds .. 1 tsp
Cumin seeds ............ 1 tsp
Methi / fenugreek seeds .. 1/2 tsp
Kalonji / onion seeds ..... 1/2 tsp
Dry red chillies .............. 2
Turmeric powder ........ 1/8 tsp
Coriander powder .... 1/2 tsp
Ginger powder ..... 1/4 tsp
Amchoor / dry mango powder .. 1/4 tsp
Salt ... to taste
Oil ......... 3-4 tbsps
Method:
1. Lightly dry roast the saunf, jeera, methi and kalonji seeds along with the dry red chillies.
2. Grind them coarsely. Mix the mango powder, ginger powder, coriander powder and turmeric powder.
3. Wash the bhindis well and wipe them with a kitchen towel. Cut out the edges and give a slit in the middle. Sprinkle salt on them.
4. Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the bhindis.
5. When they are three-fourths done sprinkle the ground achari masala.
6. Simmer until done stirring them a couple of times.
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looks yum! this goes well with bread, naan or rice.
ReplyDeleteThanks Veena.. goes well with anything
DeleteLooks Delicious !!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jolly
DeleteHi Shobha, very nice and tempting bhindi, visiting first time.
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DeleteAchari bhindi looks delicious.
ReplyDeleteThanks Swathi
Deletelovely bhindi dear
ReplyDeleteThanks Monu
DeleteI love achari bhindi, this looks so delicious and mouthwatering..
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot Sona
DeleteI always used to chuckle as a child when I'd see Ladies Fingers on the menu in an Indian Restaurant but I can't think that I've ever tried them so really must after reading your delicious recipe:-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the compliment Camilla.. do try them if you can.
DeleteThis is one version of bhindi that I have never tried, I love how tasty the achari masala is and it takes away the sliminess of the bhindi.
ReplyDeleteThanks. You must try it dear.
DeleteNever tried making achari bhindi. Sounds delicious and easy to make. Like you said will tastw great with rotis too.
ReplyDeleteMust try this Archana. They really taste good with achari masala.
DeleteThe spices used here sounds flavoursome, will soon make it. My family loves bhindi and this will be a good addition to my recipes.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jayashree. Your family will surely love this bhindi preparation.
DeleteAchaari bhindi is one the fav ways to have bhindi - something that we all love. Will try ur version next time- kalyani
ReplyDeleteGood to hear that and yes everybody's recipe tastes a bit different. Nice to try out with some variation each time.
DeleteAchari bhindi looks absolutely mouthwatering. I would love to have it with roti or paratha. Even puri will be taste great with this chatpata bhindi. Wonderful share.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sujata. The tangy and spicy masala makes them taste so good.
DeleteOkra is one of my all time favorite veggies. Thanks for another delicious new recipe to utilize them!
ReplyDeleteBeing a bhindi lover you will surely like this preparation.
DeleteI've not tried achari bhindi. It looks and sounds very tempting. Will have to give this bhindi recipe a try. Always looking for different ways to prepare okra.
ReplyDeleteMayuri, you will surely fall in love with this bhindi preparation. Do try it.
DeleteThis achari bindi looks delicious. I have never made achari bindi before so am looking forward to trying this new recipe.
ReplyDeleteDo try it Mina. Really tastes awesome.
DeleteAchaari bhindi is yet another favorite of mine. The achar masala is such a versatile spice mix to give the explosion of flavors in the recipe with every mouthful.
ReplyDeleteYou are absolutely right Priya. This masala enhances any dish when added.
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