https://arshadhs.github.io/tags/okra/Recent content in Okra on Arshad SiddiquiHugoen-usFri, 22 Apr 2016 16:31:00 +0000https://arshadhs.github.io/docs/recipe/lamb/bhindi-ghosht/Fri, 22 Apr 2016 16:31:00 +0000https://arshadhs.github.io/docs/recipe/lamb/bhindi-ghosht/<p>Bhindi Ghosht is a classic South Asian dish that combines tender lamb or mutton with fresh okra (bhindi) cooked in a flavorful spiced tomato gravy. This hearty and aromatic curry is perfect for a comforting meal.</p> <h2 id="ingredients"> Ingredients <a class="anchor" href="#ingredients">#</a> </h2> <ul> <li>½ kg lamb or mutton</li> <li>½ kg okra (bhindi)</li> <li>2 medium onions (sliced)</li> <li>1 tomato (chopped)</li> <li>2 cardamom pods</li> <li>1 inch ginger (finely chopped)</li> <li>3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)</li> <li>1 can tomato puree</li> <li>1½ tsp coriander powder</li> <li>1 tsp Shaan Karahi Masala</li> <li>½ tsp chilli powder</li> <li>Salt (to taste)</li> <li>4 tbsp oil</li> <li>½ cup water</li> <li>3 jalapenos (sliced vertically on one side)</li> <li>1 tbsp dried fenugreek (methi) leaves</li> </ul> <h2 id="recipe"> Recipe <a class="anchor" href="#recipe">#</a> </h2> <p>Add oil to a wok (karahi), and when it is hot, add the onions.<br> Fry till the edges start to turn golden brown.</p>https://arshadhs.github.io/docs/recipe/veg/stuffedokra/Tue, 13 Sep 2011 16:10:00 +0100https://arshadhs.github.io/docs/recipe/veg/stuffedokra/<h2 id="bharwa-bhindi-stuffed-okra"> Bharwa Bhindi (Stuffed Okra) <a class="anchor" href="#bharwa-bhindi-stuffed-okra">#</a> </h2> <p><em>Stuffed Okra or &lsquo;bharwa bhindi&rsquo; as it is more commonly known — a recipe that I have tried, and can vouch for :)</em></p> <p><strong>Serves:</strong> 4</p> <hr> <h3 id="ingredients"> Ingredients <a class="anchor" href="#ingredients">#</a> </h3> <p><strong>Main:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Okra (bhindi) – ½ kg</li> <li>Mustard seeds – pinch</li> <li>Oil – 3 tablespoons</li> </ul> <p><strong>For the stuffing mixture:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Gram flour (besan) – 7½ tablespoons</li> <li>Garlic (crushed) – 4 cloves</li> <li>Chilli powder – 2 teaspoons</li> <li>Garam masala – 1½ teaspoons</li> <li>Cumin powder (zeera) – ½ teaspoon</li> <li>Coriander powder (dhania) – 1½ teaspoons</li> <li>Turmeric powder (haldi) – ½ teaspoon</li> <li>Sesame seeds (til) – 2 teaspoons</li> <li>Lemon juice – 6 tablespoons</li> <li>Salt – to taste</li> <li>Oil – 2 teaspoons</li> </ul> <hr> <h3 id="method"> Method <a class="anchor" href="#method">#</a> </h3> <ol> <li>Wash the okra, dry completely, and slit each one vertically without cutting through fully.</li> <li>Mix all the stuffing ingredients to form a coarse mixture. Gently stuff each okra with the mixture. Keep the remaining mixture aside.</li> <li>Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a wide skillet. Add mustard seeds and wait for them to pop.</li> <li>Add the stuffed okra carefully, cover with a lid, and cook on a low flame.</li> <li>Turn them over gently every 5–10 minutes, ensuring they don’t char or burn.</li> <li>Once they are nearly cooked and begin to crisp, sprinkle in the remaining stuffing mixture.</li> <li>Cover again and cook for another 10–15 minutes on low heat.</li> </ol> <hr> <h3 id="serving-suggestion"> Serving Suggestion <a class="anchor" href="#serving-suggestion">#</a> </h3> <p>Serve hot with roti or paratha.</p>