Oil-Free Okra | Stuffed-; Okra |Masala Bhendi | Bharwa Bhindi

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Learn how to make OIL-FREE Stuff Okra/ Bhendi. This steam stuffed Bhendi is a very tasty and nutritiously healthy authentic recipe. Especially it is a very good recipe for the people who are suffering from heart disease. The zero oil use in the recipe and Bhendi’s low calories & high dietary fibre property make this recipe more favourable for the people who want to lose weight.

Indian Spiced Stuffed Okra is a lip smacking entry dish, with a dramatic combination of spices and groundnuts powder filled delicately into fresh slit okra. Stuffed Okra never fails to be a mealtime pleaser, and your family will love you for serving this up.

This recipe is quick and easy to make. Must try!

Preparation Time: 10 Mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Serve: 4 People

Type: Main Course

Ingredients:

150 Gms Ladyfinger/ Okra
2 tbsp Dry Roasted Coconut
2 tbsp Roasted Groundnut Powder
2 tbsp Gram Flour
1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic Paste
1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
1 tsp Dry Mango Powder
1 tsp Coriander Powder
1 tsp Cumin Powder
1 tsp Sugar
Salt to taste
Pinch of Asafoetida
Coriander Leaves

Method of Preparation:

How to make Stuffing:

In large mixing bowl; add Dry roasted Coconut (or desiccated coconut powder) and crush it with hands.
Add Roasted Groundnut powder, Gram Flour, Ginger-garlic Paste, Dry Mango Powder, Turmeric, Red Chilli Powder, Coriander Powder, Cumin Powder, Sugar, Salt, Asafoetida and Coriander Leaves.
Mix everything up well and stuffing is ready.

How to Stuff Okra:

Wash the Okra (Bhendi) and let it dry.
Then cut ends of Okra and make a slit in each Bhendi lengthwise without cutting through the entire length.
Cut all the Okra’s.
Take Okra and stuff the prepared masala into it.
Repeat the process and stuff all the Okra’s with masala.

How to Steam Okra:

Add Water in Steamer.
Put all Stuffed Okra on steamer plate.
Cover with lid and let it steam for 10 minutes or cook it until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Garnish with Coriander Leaves and serve hot with Roti, Chapati or enjoy with Khichdi.

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