Tawa Bhindi recipe is a tasty twist to a typical Bhindi Fry recipe or Stuffed Bhindi recipe. This Vegetarian Okra Recipe is a Pan fried with Garlic, Chickpea Flour (Besan) and some Indian Spices. Tawa Bhindi is perfectly cooked with no slimy texture of Okra and it gets ready under 15 minutes. It is a simple Vegan Okra side dish and It can be served with Paratha, Roti, Rice or Naan.
Lady’s Finger / Okra / Bhindi is a great source of nutrients, It even aids in weight loss, controls blood sugar levels as well as improves digestion.
Okra / Ladies Finger is a staple and is cooked in many ways in Indian cuisines, like Bhindi fry, Bhindi Masala, Ajwaini bhindi, Dahi Bhindi , Bhindi Ki kadhi, Stuffed Bhindi, No Onion No Garlic Bhindi Masala, Maharashtrian Style Bhindi, Aloo Bhindi, Bhindi Do pyaza Etc. In Indian restaurants, Bhindi Masala is one of the popular items on the menu.
Ingredients
500 grams Bhindi / Okra / Ladies finger
1/4 cup Besan / Chickpea flour
1 tbsp Red chili powder
2 tbsp Cumin and coriander powder Dhana-jeera Powder - 2 tbsp (Coriander powder 1 and 1/2 tbsp and cumin powder 1/2 tbsp)
1/2 tsp Turmeric
Salt to taste
1 tsp Garam Masala
3 tbsp Crushed Peanut
1 tbsp Garlic finely chopped
3 + 2 tbsp Oil
1 tsp Lemon Juice
Cilantro / Coriander for garnishing
Method* Wash and dry the okra with kitchen towel. Chop the top and bottom end. Slit the okra into lengthwise but not cutting it into half. keep it aside.
* Take Besan, Red chili powder, salt, Cumin and coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric, crushed peanut and Garlic in a big mixing bowl. Mix them very well
* Heat 3 tbsp oil in a Tawa / griddle. Place the Okra. Close the lid and Cook them on a medium to low flame for 5 minutes or until they are tender. Stir in between.
* Sprinkle prepared masala. Mix it very well. Add remaining 2 tbsp oil, Cilantro and lime juice. Let them cook for 2 minutes over medium to low heat.
* Your Tawa Bhindi is ready. Serve it hot with Phulka Roti, Paratha or with rice.