Bhendi Masala is a traditional Maharashtra style spicy bhindi masala made with okra that is deep fried and added to a spicy and tangy spice mix powder that makes the okra delicious, flavorful and mouth-watering. The fried cashew nuts added to this dish enhances the flavors and gives crunchiness to the dish.
Ingredients:
Garam masala powder Pinch
Turmeric powder Pinch
Amchur powder 1 Teaspoons
Jeera powder 1 Teaspoons
Coriander powder 1 Teaspoons
Roasted peanut powder 1 Tablespoons
Red chili powder 1 Teaspoons
Sesame seeds 1 Tablespoons
Oil 1 Tablespoons
Cashew nuts, halved 1/4 Cup
Okra, small sized 250 Grams
Salt to taste
Sugar 1/2 Teaspoons
Freshly grated coconut 1 Tablespoons
Coriander leaves, chopped 1 Springs
Oil for deep frying
Directions:
1. Just slit on one side of the small okras and keep aside.
2. Heat oil in a kadai to deep fry the okras, when the oil is enough, deep fry the okra pieces until crisp. Remove, drain the oil and shift into a bowl and keep aside.
3. Take some cashew nuts and deep fry until slightly golden in color. Remove and add this to the okra.
4. In another pan, add 1 tbsp of oil and add sesame seeds, saute and when they sizzle, switch off the flame and add red chili powder, roasted peanut powder, coriander powder, jeera powder, amchur powder, pinch of turmeric and garam masala, , salt to taste, sugar, freshly grated coconut and chopped coriander.
5. Mix all these ingredients well. Add in the fried okra and cashew nuts to this spice masala and mix well (add little oil if required). Serve hot.