Bhindi Bhaji (Simple Sauteed Okra)

Okra also is known as Bhindi is a very common vegetable in India and Bangladesh, although it is originated in Africa.

You can prepare it in so many different ways: stir-fried, with curry, deep-fried or even in the fish stew or soup. Okra has a lot of nutritional values. It is rich in vitamins and minerals. Also, contain high fibre which improves digestion.

Today’s recipe is super simple, and very few ingredients are needed. You only need okra, onion and turmeric to prepare this delicious dish and it takes only 15 minutes. For this bhindi bhaji, you should choose the small and green ones. The tender ones are usually with better taste. You can serve it as a side dish along with meat or fish. Also, it can serve it with some chapatis or rice and dal to get a completely vegan meal.

Instructions:

-Wash the Okra and dry them with a kitchen towel before cutting them.

-Put a frying pan with oil on medium-high heat. When it is hot, add the chopped onion.

-When the onion is transparent, add chopped okra, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix everything.

-Stir for 15 minutes until the okra is tender.

-Serve them with Chapati or as a side dish.

Bhindi Bhaji (Simple Sauteed Okra)

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Cuisine India

Servings 2

Calories 100 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 200gr okra
• 1/2 onion finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions

 

• Wash the Okra and dry them with a kitchen towel before cutting them.
• Put a frying pan with oil on medium-high heat. When it is hot add the chopped onion.
• When the onion is transparent, add chopped okra, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix everything.
• Stir for 15 minutes until the okra is tender.
• Serve them with Chapati or as a side dish.