Bharwan Bhindi/ Stuffed Okra

Okra, Bhindi or Ladyfinger is usually a favorite vegetable in most of Indian homes and that's why we also call it as a Queen of vegetables. It has multiple health benefits along with great taste, so one more reason to include this in your diet to reap the benefits. You can cook this versatile vegetable in different ways like stir fry Bhindi, Bhindi Kadhi, Masala Bhindi and the one i am sharing here i.e Bharwan Bhindi. The rich and spicy combination of spices stuffed in Okra creates a heavenly experience for your taste bud.

Ingredients :

1/2 Kg Tender and small sized Bhindi
1/2 Tablespoon Ajwain/Carom seeds
1/2 Tablespoon Mustard Seeds
5-6 Tablespoon Sesame Oil
Handful of Curry leaves
1/2 Tablespoon Hing

For Stuffing

5 Tablespoon Roasted Gram flour
4 Tablespoon Coriander Powder
1 Tablespoon Cumin Powder

1 Tablespoon Red Chili Powder
1 Tablespoon Garam Masala
1 Tablespoon Saunf
1 Tablespoon Roasted Til/Sesame seeds
1 Tablespoon Amchur Powder
1 Tablespoon Sonth Powder/ Dry Ginger Powder
2 Tablespoon Coarsely Roasted Peanut Powder
1/2 Tablespoon Turmeric Powder
1 Tablespoon Grated Jaggery
Salt to Taste
Water

For Garnishing

Fresh Grated Coconut
Coriander Leaves

Recipe :

1. Wash and Pat dry Bhindi, Cut the Top and Bottom part. Make a lengthwise slit in each bhindi and keep aside.

2. In a bowl mix all ingredients listed under stuffing then slowly add water to make a thick paste out of it.

3. Start filling the paste inside the Bhindi and keep aside.

4. Heat Oil in a wide Pan, Add Ajwain, Hing, Mustard seeds and Curry leaves, Let it cook for 2 min. Add Stuffed Okra and spread them around the vessel in a single layer. Add the leftover spices if any, Cook in slow flame for 10-15 min and turnaround. Cook for another 10-15 min until they are fully done. Turn off the heat, Garnish with grated Coconut, Coriander leaves and Serve.