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Alu Bhindi

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About

Alu Bhindi is a popular Indian dish made with okra (bhindi) and potatoes (alu). It is usually cooked with spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. The dish is often served with roti or chapati.

Macronutrients Breakdown

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Proteins

1.7
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Fats

10.6
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Carbs

4.4
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Fibre

3.0

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Recipe

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Ingredients

kg bhindi (okra)

1/2

medium onions, finely chopped

2

medium tomatoes, finely chopped

2

green chillies, finely chopped

2

cumin seeds

1 teaspoon

coriander powder

1 teaspoon

turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon

red chilli powder

1/2 teaspoon

garam masala

1/2 teaspoon

amchur powder

1/4 teaspoon

oil

2 tablespoons

Salt to taste

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Directions

Step 1:

Wash and dry the bhindi. Cut off the ends and slit each bhindi lengthwise.

Step 2:

Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.

Step 3:

Add the chopped onions and fry till they turn golden brown.

Step 4:

Add the chopped tomatoes and fry till they become soft.

Step 5:

Add the green chillies, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala and amchur powder. Fry for a few minutes.

Step 6:

Add the bhindi and mix well.

Step 7:

Add salt to taste and mix again.

Step 8:

Cover the pan and cook on low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9:

Serve hot with chapatis or parathas.

Did you know?

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How many users have tracked it?

We've got some serious foodies in our community! 18073 users have chowed down on Alu Bhindi a whopping 34845 times.

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Where was it consumed the most?

Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Indore, Kolkata, Mumbai, Lucknow, Bengaluru are the top 5 cities gobbling up Alu Bhindi like there's no tomorrow.

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When was it eaten the most?

When it comes to Alu Bhindi, our users are head over heels in july, but the interest cools down in january.

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Who preferred this food the most?

It's official: Alu Bhindi is the food of choice for 24-27 female, with people of >40 BMI also on board.

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