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Crispy, stir-fried okra coated in nutty chickpea flour and a blend of aromatic spices. This popular North Indian side dish is quick to make, delightfully crunchy, and a perfect way to enjoy okra without any sliminess.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Okra (10 minutes)
Coat the Okra with Spices (5 minutes)
Sauté the Besan Bhindi (15-20 minutes)
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Crispy, stir-fried okra coated in nutty chickpea flour and a blend of aromatic spices. This popular North Indian side dish is quick to make, delightfully crunchy, and a perfect way to enjoy okra without any sliminess.
This north_indian recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 179.4 calories per serving with 4.66g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner or side.
Finish and Serve (1 minute)
Thinly slice one medium onion and sauté it in the oil for 2-3 minutes until translucent before adding the coated okra. This adds a subtle sweetness.
For a lower-oil version, toss the coated okra with just 1 tbsp of oil. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crispy.
If you don't have amchur powder, squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the finished dish just before serving.
Both okra and besan are excellent sources of dietary fiber, which aids digestion, promotes gut health, and helps in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
Besan (chickpea flour) provides a good amount of plant-based protein, which is essential for muscle repair, and helps keep you feeling full and satisfied.
Okra is packed with Vitamin C, an immune-boosting antioxidant, and Vitamin K, which is crucial for bone health. The spices used also contribute their own antioxidant properties.
The key is to ensure the okra is completely dry before you cut it. Wash it and then pat it dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel. Also, avoid covering the pan while cooking, as the trapped steam will create moisture and make it slimy.
Yes, Besan Bhindi is a healthy dish. Okra is rich in fiber, vitamins C and K, and folate. Besan (chickpea flour) adds plant-based protein and is gluten-free. Using a moderate amount of oil makes it a nutritious side dish.
A typical serving of Besan Bhindi (approximately 150g) contains around 150-180 calories, depending on the amount of oil used. It's a relatively low-calorie dish packed with nutrients.
Besan Bhindi is best enjoyed fresh and crispy right after cooking. If made ahead, it tends to lose its crispness and can become soft upon reheating. It's still edible, but the texture will be different.
It pairs wonderfully with Indian flatbreads like roti, chapati, or paratha. It also makes an excellent side dish for a meal of dal (lentil curry) and steamed rice.
It is not recommended to use frozen okra for this recipe. Frozen okra releases a lot of moisture when cooked, which will make it impossible to achieve the desired crispy, non-slimy texture.