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Bhendi Sabzi

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About

Bhendi Sabzi is a popular Indian dish made with okra (also known as bhendi or ladies' fingers). It is usually cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder. The okra is usually cut into small pieces and then stir-fried in oil until it is lightly browned. The dish is often served with roti or chapati, and is a popular accompaniment to dal and rice.

Macronutrients Breakdown

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Proteins

2.2
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Fats

7.5
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Carbs

3.9
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Fibre

4.1

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Recipe

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Ingredients

kg bhendi (okra)

1/2

oil

2 tablespoons

cumin seeds

1 teaspoon

mustard seeds

1 teaspoon

turmeric powder

1 teaspoon

red chilli powder

1 teaspoon

coriander powder

1 teaspoon

garam masala

1 teaspoon

amchur powder

1 teaspoon

salt

1 teaspoon

sugar

1/2 teaspoon

chopped onion

1/2 cup

chopped tomato

1/2 cup

chopped coriander leaves

2 tablespoons

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Directions

Step 1:

Wash and dry the bhendi. Cut off the ends and slice into 1/2 inch pieces.

Step 2:

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds and let them splutter.

Step 3:

Add the bhendi and stir-fry for a few minutes.

Step 4:

Add turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, amchur powder, salt and sugar. Mix well.

Step 5:

Add the chopped onion and tomato and mix.

Step 6:

Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7:

Uncover and cook for a few more minutes until the bhendi is cooked and the oil separates.

Step 8:

Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.

Did you know?

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How many users have tracked it?

We've got some serious foodies in our community! 16289 users have chowed down on Bhendi Sabzi a whopping 25852 times.

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Where was it consumed the most?

Hungry much? These cities certainly are! Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Kolkata are the top 5 cities gobbling up Bhendi Sabzi like there's no tomorrow.

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When was it eaten the most?

When it comes to Bhendi Sabzi, our users are head over heels in december, but the interest cools down in january.

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Who preferred this food the most?

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

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