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 Dahi Bhindi | బెండకాయ పెరుగు | दही भिंडी | Okra Yogurt Curry | Okra Recipe | Special Desi Recipes

A quirky combination of okra and curd, an absolutely healthy and delectable recipe that brings in the spicy gravy and juicy okra. Check out the recipe below for the easy and quick Dahi bhindi, which is very popular in Hyderabad and a healthy option for lunch/dinner.

The okra is usually washed, dried, and then cut into pieces. The gravy is made by sauteing the onions, green chilies, chopped garlic and ginger in oil until they release aroma. Then ladies finger, tomatoes are addedand cooked till it becomes soft. Then, Yogurt is added by blending along with cumin powderto create a flavorful base.The dish is simmered for a while tp let the flavours meld together.

Dahi bhindi has a tangy and creamy taste due to the yogurt based gravy.The spices add layers of flavour, and the okra provides a nice textural contrast.Its often served hot with rice or roti. Garnishing with fresh corinader leaves adds a burst of freshness to the dish.

There are many variations of dahi bhindi across different regions of India to suit according to their regional tastes.

Video Recipe Of Dahi Bhindi | Special Desi Recipes

Ingredients:

• Bhindi | Okra - 200 g
• Oil - 4 Tbsps.
• Mustard Seeds - 1/2 Tsp.
• Cumin Seeds - 1/2 Tsp.
• Onion - 1
• Green Chillies - 5
• Curry Leaves
• Turmeric Powder - 1/4th Tsp.
• Tomatoes - 3
• Curd - 1 1/2 Cups
• Red Chilli Powder - 1 Tbsp.
• Coriander leaves
• Cumin Powder - 1/2 Tsp.
• Finely Chopped Ginger - 1 Tbsp.
• Finely Chopped Garlic - 1 Tbsp.

Preparation:

• In the pan, add oil, then add mustard and cumin seeds.
• When the seeds splutter, add onions along with salt.
• When the onions turn, translucent.
• Add green chilies, curry leaves, chopped ginger, and garlic.
• Mix well and saute well till it releases aroma.
• When done add okra, tomatoes along with red chili powder.
• Mix well and saute for about 2 minutes, then close and cook for about 10 minutes.
• After 10 minutes, okra is cooked well.
• In the meantime, add curd to the blender and blend smooth.
• Now add water and then add this smooth curd along with cumin powder and mix well.
• Again close and cook for about 10 minutes.
• Finally, add coriander leaves and mix well and serve hot and enjoy.

Detailed Recipe Of Dahi Bhindi | Special Desi Recipes

• In the pan, add oil, then add mustard and cumin seeds.

• When the seeds splutter, add onions, green chillies  along with salt.

• When the onions turn, translucent.
• Add curry leaves, chopped ginger, and garlic.
• Mix well and saute well till it releases aroma.

• When done add okra, tomatoes along with red chili powder.
• Mix well and saute for about 2 minutes, then close and cook for about 10 minutes.

• After 10 minutes, okra is cooked well.
• In the meantime, add curd to the blender and blend smooth.

• Now add water and then add this smooth curd along with cumin powder and mix well.
• Again close and cook for about 10 minutes.

• Finally, add coriander leaves and mix well and serve hot and enjoy.