Bindi Masala Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Preparing the Okra

   Wash the okra thoroughly under running water and dry them completely with a towel. Cut the top and bottom ends off each piece and slice them vertically into thin strips.

2. 2

   Frying the Okra

   In a pan, add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat it over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced okra and fry until they are crispy and golden brown. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Once done, remove them from the pan and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

3. 3

   Cooking the Base

   In the same pan, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent. Add in the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies; cook for another minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Adding Tomatoes and Spices

   Chop the tomatoes and add them to the sautéed onion mixture. Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt to taste. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the oil starts to separate from the masala.

5. 5

   Finishing Touches

   Once the tomatoes are cooked, add the crispy fried okra to the pan and mix gently to combine without breaking the okra. Sprinkle garam masala and stir again. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

6. 6

   Serving

   Transfer the Bindi Masala to a serving dish and garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot with chapati or rice.