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Bhindi Masala Curry: Spicy Stuffed Okra Curry
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

PN By: Pavani Nandula

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Bhindi Masala Curry: Spicy Stuffed Okra Curry [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Okra/bhindi are first sautéed until tender, then stuffed with the spice powder. When ready to eat, the stuffed bhindi are served along with a simple tomato gravy. This dish goes well with both rice and roti.

Ingredients You Need for Bhindi Masala Curry: Spicy Stuffed Okra Curry [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Okra:

12-15 okra

For the Spice Powder:

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
2-3 dry red chilis
1 tablespoon coconut, dry grated
2 tablespoons peanuts, roasted

For the Tomato Gravy:

2 tablespoons oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 green chilis, slit
1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
1 cup tomato purée
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder, red (adjust per taste)
To taste, salt

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How to Prepare Bhindi Masala Curry: Spicy Stuffed Okra Curry [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

To Make the Spice Powder:

Dry roast cumin seeds, coriander seeds, dry red chilis until fragrant. Add dry grated coconut and roast until lightly browned. Cool and grind along with the roasted peanuts until a coarse powder forms.

To Make the Okra:

To prep the okra, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan, add the okra/bhindi and sauté until tender, about 12-15 minutes. Remove from the pan and wait till cool enough to handle.
Make a slit in the center of each okra making sure not to cut all the way through. Stuff with spice powder and set them aside.

To Make the Tomato Gravy:

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a pan, add onion, green chilis, and ginger garlic paste, and cook until the onions are lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
Next add the tomato purée, turmeric, salt and red chili powder; cover and simmer for 6~8 minutes or until oil starts to separate around the edges.
To serve, put the gravy in a serving bowl, add the stuffed okra, and serve.

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