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Bharwa Bhindi Recipe (Stuffed Okra)

Bharwa Bhindi, which means Stuffed Okra is a popular Indian side dish where the okra is stuffed with spicy & tangy masala filling. This vegan & gluten free dish is a perfect side with Indian roti or paratha, or even great to enjoy as an appetizer.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 3
Calories: 164 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 10.5 ounces Okra (Bhindi)
  • 2 tablespoon oil for frying
  • 1/2 lime
Spice Stuffing
  • 2 tablespoon Coriander powder (dhaniya powder)
  • 2 teaspoon Ground Cumin (Jeera powder)
  • 1 teaspoon dry mango powder (Amchur)
  • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder mild
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Turmeric (Haldi powder)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon oil

Instructions

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  1. Wash the bhindi with water and let it air dry. You can spread the bhindi on a kitchen towel to let it air dry. If you are in a hurry, wipe the bhindi with a paper towel to dry them completely. 
  2. Cut the tops, and slit each bhindi lengthwise. We still want the bhindi to be joined at one end. 
  3. In a bowl, mix all the stuffing spices.
  4. Take one bhindi at a time and stuff it with the spice mix. Repeat with all the slit bhindi. Be generous when filling the bhindi, it is okay with some masala falls out.
Fry in a pan on stovetop
  1. Heat oil in a pan on medium heat. Use a pan large enough to fit the bhindi in a single layer. 
  2. Place the stuffed bhindi in the pan. Let it heat for couple of minutes, then lower the heat. Cover the pan. Then open and flip the bhindi every 2-3 minutes until they are cooked. This will take about 12-15 minutes. 
Cook in air fryer
  1. Place the stuffed okra in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 360F for 12 mins. Remove the basket at about 8 minutes to flip the okra.
Finishing
  1. Bharwa bhindi is ready to be served. We enjoy it with a generous squeeze of lime juice on top. Serve with hot roti or paratha, or just enjoy it as an appetizer.

Notes

  • Make sure the okra is completely dry before using, else it can get slimy.
  • Use a large pan for making stuffed bhindi, so you can arrange the bhindi in a single layer.
  • Use medium-low heat while making stuffed bhindi, so that it cooks evenly on all sides.

Nutrition Information

Calories 164kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 801mg (33%) Potassium 391mg (11%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1065IU (21%) Vitamin C 32.8mg (36%) Calcium 112mg (11%) Iron 2.3mg (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164

% Daily Value*

Calories 164kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 801mg 33%
Potassium 391mg 8%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1065IU 21%
Vitamin C 32.8mg 36%
Calcium 112mg 11%
Iron 2.3mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.