Bhindi Fry

Ingredients

• •500g okra (bhindi), washed and dried
• •2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• •1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• •1 teaspoon coriander powder
• •1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• •1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• •1/4 teaspoon asafetida (hing)
• •1/2 teaspoon amchur powder (dried mango powder)
• •to taste salt
• •1 tablespoon gram flour (besan)
• •1 medium onion, finely chopped

Directions

1. 1Trim the okra ends and cut into 2-inch pieces, then spread on a cloth to dry completely for 10 minutes.
2. 2Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add cumin seeds, letting them crackle for 30 seconds.
3. 3Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
4. 4Add the okra pieces and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften slightly.
5. 5Sprinkle turmeric, coriander powder, red chili powder, and asafetida, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
6. 6Add gram flour and amchur powder, mixing well to coat all okra pieces evenly.
7. 7Continue frying for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the okra becomes crispy and golden brown.
8. 8Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, then transfer to a serving plate and enjoy warm.

💡 Okra must be thoroughly dry before slicing for bhindi fry. Water encourages sliminess, while the gram flour helps the cut surfaces become lightly crisp.

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