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Gujarati Bharela Bhinda nu Shaak

Bharela Bhinda is a preparation of Bhinda (Okra) stuffed with Garlic Chutney and other dry spices. Crispy and Spicy texture of this curry makes it satisfying when paired with Fulka Roti or Chapati.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Curry, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 156 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 250 grams Okra Bhindi
  • 2 TBSP Dhaniya/Coriander Powder
  • 0.5 tbsp cumin powder
  • 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder
  • 1/2 tbsp Turmeric Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Asafoetida
  • Salt as per your taste
  • 1/2 cups Fresh coriander leaves
  • 4 large Garlic Cloves
  • 4 tbsp Oil

Instructions
 

  • Cut the top head and the bottom tail of the Okra/Bhindi.
    250 grams Okra
  • Slit the okra/bhindi in between
  • Take a Dish/Mixing bowl and add Coriander, Cumin, Red Chilli, Turmeric powder along with Fresh coriander leaves and 1 tbsp oil, mix all ingredients well
    2 TBSP Dhaniya/Coriander Powder, 0.5 tbsp cumin powder, 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder, 1/2 tbsp Turmeric Powder, 1/2 cups Fresh coriander leaves, 4 tbsp Oil, Salt as per your taste
  • Fill the mixed spices in between the slit okra/bhindi, leave some of the mixed spice for later
    250 grams Okra
  • Pre-Heat a Kadai/wok
  • Add remaining 3 tbsp of oil
    4 tbsp Oil
  • Add chopped Garlic and hing (asafoetida) saute them until light brown (it should not burn)
    4 large Garlic Cloves, 1/2 tsp Asafoetida
  • Add the okra/bhindi and give it a good mix so the oil coats each Okra/Bhindi well
    250 grams Okra
  • Let it cook for 5-6 mins (do not add water or cover the lid)
  • Give it a good mix and sprinkle left-over spices over it and give it a good mix.
  • Cook it again for 4-5mins
  • Check if the Okra/Bhindi is done, garnish with coriander and give it a final stir to serve it hot.
    1/2 cups Fresh coriander leaves