Thursday, March 26, 2015

Bhindi / Okra sabji

Okra /bhindi are rich sources of dietary fiber, minerals, and vitamins; often recommended by nutritionists in cholesterol controlling and weight reduction programs.they also contain good source of folates, B-complex group of vitamins like niacin, vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine), thiamin, pantothenic acid and Vitamin K which is a cofactor for blood clotting enzymes and is required for strengthening of bones.The pods are also good source of many important minerals such as iron, calcium, manganese and magnesium.Okra is delicious and many dishes can be made out of it.

Ingredients:
  1. Okra/bhindi.
  2. Chopped onion.
  3. Chopped tomato.
  4. Cumin.
  5. Cilantro.
  6. Salt.
  7. Oil.
  8. Chili powder.
  9. Coriander powder. 
Method:
  • Wash bhindi and wipe with tissue or a dry towel and cut them into small pieces,
  • On a medium flame with very little oil roast them until all the sticky texture disappears.
  • Now transfer the roasted bhindi on a plate and pour 2-3 small tb sp of oil on a medium flame once oil is heated ad small tb sp of cumin, chopped onions and saute until they are golden transparent.
  • Now add chopped tomato , salt and chili powder as per taste.
  • close the lid and allow to cook for 2-4 min and serve with rotis its READY TO EAT :)

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