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Bhendi Chi Bhaji (Bhindi Bhaji)
5 from 2 votes

Bhendi Chi Bhaji (Bhindi Bhaji)

This is a simple and tasty Goan-style dry preparation of okra with fresh coconut. Not many ingredients in this Bhendi chi Bhaji recipe, still it packs a punch when it comes to flavors and textures.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 171 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 250 to 300 grams okra rinsed and chopped into ¼ or ½ inch round slices (okra or lady finger
  • ⅓ cup onion - finely chopped
  • 1 green chili - chopped
  • ¼ cup coconut - grated and fresh
  • ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 to 2 kokum or ½ teaspoon dry mango powder (amchur powder) or ½ teaspoon lemon juice, optional *check point no 2 in notes below
  • 1.5 to 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
  • salt as required
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves - for garnish (cilantro)

Instructions

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  1. Heat oil in a kadai (wok) or pan. Add onions and sauté them until they soften and turn translucent.
  2. Add the green chilies and saute for a minute.
  3. Add the turmeric powder and stir to combine.
  4. Add the bhindi (okra) along with the kokum and salt. Stir and mix well.
  5. Place a lid with a rim on top of the pan. Pour water on the lid.
  6. On a low heat, steam the okra until they are tender and cooked well.
  7. In-between keep on checking and stirring the okra.
  8. When the okra are tender and softened, add grated coconut.
  9. Stir and cook for a minute.
  10. Garnish with coriander leaves.
  11. Serve Bhendi chi Bhaji with chapati or with dal-rice or sambar-rice.

Notes

  • If you don't have kokum, then you can either add ½ teaspoon dry mango powder (amchur powder) or ½ teaspoon lemon juice.
  • You could also omit any of the souring ingredient if you do not prefer a tangy taste in the Bhendi Bhaji.
  • Use okra pods that are fresh, green and tender.

Nutrition Information

Calories 171kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 88mg (4%) Potassium 489mg (10%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 895IU (18%) Vitamin C 35.6mg (40%) Calcium 115mg (12%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 171

% Daily Value*

Calories 171kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 88mg 4%
Potassium 489mg 10%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 895IU 18%
Vitamin C 35.6mg 40%
Calcium 115mg 12%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

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