Masala Bhindi
Description
Masala Bhindi is a flavorful Pakistani-style okra dish cooked with tomatoes, yogurt, aromatic seeds, and a blend of spices. The fried okra is gently mixed with a rich masala to create a delicious homemade dish that pairs well with roti or naan.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Deep/shallow fry (your choice) okra till its water dries up. Make sure it doesn't turn brown.
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In a separate pan, sauté cumin, mustard and nigella seeds in 2 tbsp oil.
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When fragrant, add tomato paste, salt, red chili and turmeric powder along with ginger garlic paste.
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When tomatoes water is evaporated, add yogurt.
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DO NOT MIX YOGURT WITH TOMATO PASTE.
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Let it simmer for a while until yogurt is semi solidified.
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Gently mix yogurt with tomato paste.
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Yogurt will form small cheese like chunks which is expected.
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At this stage, add fried okra and gently mix with the masala. Don't cover with lid, and keep flame on medium.
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When oil gathers around the sides, add lemon juice and garam masala powder. Gently mix.
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Masala bhindi is ready.
Note
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