Velvety Indian Bhindi Masala with Garam Masala

Name: Velvety Indian Bhindi Masala with Garam Masala
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Fresh okra; Vegetable oil; Onions; Tomatoes; Ginger-garlic paste; Vegetable oil; Cumin seeds; Turmeric powder; Coriander powder; Garam masala; Salt; Red chili powder; Fresh coriander leaves; Lemon wedges

Spiced Okra Delight

Experience the rich and aromatic essence of Indian cuisine with this delicious Bhindi Masala, a perfect blend of spices and tender okra.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Okra

Fresh okra

400g — washed and dried, cut into 1-inch pieces

Vegetable oil

2 tbsp

For the Masala Base

Onions

2 medium — finely chopped

Tomatoes

2 ripe — pureed

Ginger-garlic paste

1 tbsp

Vegetable oil

2 tbsp

For the Spice Blend

Cumin seeds

1 tsp

Turmeric powder

1 tsp

Coriander powder

1 tsp

Garam masala

1 tsp

Salt

To taste

Red chili powder

1/2 tsp (adjust to taste)

For Garnishing

Fresh coriander leaves

Chopped

Lemon wedges

Preparation

Preparing the Okra

Wash and Dry Okra

Wash the okra thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Always dry the okra thoroughly before cooking to reduce sliminess.

Trim and Cut

Trim both ends and cut into 1-inch pieces.

Sauté Okra

Heat oil in a pan, add okra and sauté for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Set aside.

Making the Masala Base

Heat Oil and Sauté Cumin

In another pan, heat oil on medium heat. Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant.

Cook Onions

Add chopped onions and cook until golden brown.

Add Ginger-Garlic Paste

Stir in ginger-garlic paste and cook for 2 minutes.

Add Pureed Tomatoes

Add pureed tomatoes and cook until oil separates.

Ensure to cook the tomatoes until all raw smell disappears. Pro Tip: Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for a naturally sweet base.

Cooking Process

Combining Flavor

Add turmeric, coriander, red chili, and salt to the masala base, stir well.

Incorporating Okra

Add sautéed okra to the masala mixture, stir gently to combine.

Final Touch

Sprinkle garam masala and cook for another 5 minutes to meld flavors together.

Plating & Serving