Satisfy Your Cravings with Delicious Bhindi Kadhi Recipe

Are you looking for a unique and flavorful way to enjoy okra? Look no further than Bhindi ki Kadhi - a delicious and tangy dish that is sure to impress your taste buds. Bhindi is a low-calorie vegetable that is high in fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins, making it beneficial for digestion, blood sugar control, and immune function.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups ladies finger (bhindi), cut into 25 mm pieces
• 1 tbsp oil
• 2 cups fresh curd (dahi)
• 5 tbsp besan (bengal gram flour)
• 2 tsp ghee
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds (rai / sarson)
• 2 pinches of asafoetida (hing)
• 5 curry leaves (kadi patta)
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
• salt to taste
• 1 tsp ginger-green chilli paste
• 2 tbsp sugar

For The Garnish:

• 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)

For Serving:

• Steamed rice (chawal)

Cooking Time:

37 mins

Method:

1. Heat oil in a broad non-stick pan and add the bhindi (okra).
2. Sauté on a medium flame for 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep aside.
3. Combine the curds and besan in a deep bowl. Whisk well until no lumps remain.
4. Add 3 cups of water, mix well, and keep aside.
5. Heat the ghee in a deep pan. Add the cumin seeds and mustard seeds.
6. When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida and curry leaves, and sauté for a few seconds.
7. Add the prepared curd-besan-water mixture, turmeric powder, salt, ginger-green chilli paste, and sugar.
8. Mix well and bring to a boil, stirring continuously for about 2 minutes.
9. Reduce the flame and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10. Just before serving, bring the kadhi to a boil. Add the sautéed bhindi, mix well, and simmer for 5 minutes.
11. Garnish with chopped coriander and serve hot with steamed rice.
    

Tips/Precautions:

• Make sure to stir the kadhi occasionally while boiling, or it may curdle.
• Cut the bhindi into medium-sized pieces—not too fine and not too large—for the best texture.
• Add the sautéed bhindi just before serving to retain its texture and prevent it from becoming slimy.
  

Health benefits:

Bhindi ki Kadhi is rich in fiber and antioxidants, which help promote digestive health and reduce inflammation. The dish also contains yogurt, a good source of protein and probiotics, which support a healthy gut microbiome and boost immune function.