Bhindi Masala

Variation 1 (Best for Rice)

All You Need:

•  Bhindi, cut
• Onions
• Ginger
• Green chillies
• Mint leaves
• Tomatoes 2 big
• Sesame seeds roasted 2 tbsp
• Lime juice 1 tbsp
• Tamarind paste
• Ground nuts 2 tbsp
• Jaggery 1 tbsp
• Tadka -> Mustard seeds,jeera,cloves,cinnamon,bayleaves

The Recipe:

• Deep fry bhindi and keep aside
• Grind Onions+green chillies+ginger+mint into a fine paste
• Blanch tomatoes and keep aside
• Grind roasted sesame seeds with lime juice,tamarind paste,groundnuts,jaggery
• Heat oil and add onion paste. Cook for sometime
• Add tomato puree,haldi,jeera powder,dhaniya powder,garam masala powder,red chilli powder,elachi and salt
• Cook till oil separates
• Add sesame seeds paste and a cup of water wth salt. let it boil till it is blended well
• Add okra pieces
• Add tadka

Variation 2 (Best for Rotis)

• Cut each Bhindi into2 or 3 pieces
• Add Besan, Red Chilli Powder, oil. Mix well
• Shallow or deep fry them and keep aside
• In oil, add Green chillies, Garlic, Onions, Cumin seeds, Dhaniya powder, Red chilli powder, Cilantro, salt, tomato puree, 1 tsp sugar and little water. Let it cook for a min.
• Now add Bhindi. Cover and let it cook for 5-6 mins
• Serve with hot Rotis