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    Crisp Okra with Indian Pickle spices. Achari Bhindi. Vegan recipe

    Published: Sep 7, 2011 · Modified: Aug 7, 2018 by Richa 22 Comments

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    Crisp Okra with Indian Pickle Spices. Achari Bhindi. A simple fun and super yummy crisp bhindi with pickle spices. Vegan and Gluten Free Recipe. Jump to Recipe

    Crisp Okra with Indian Pickle Spices. Achari Bhindi. A simple fun and super yummy crisp bhindi with pickle spices. Vegan and Gluten Free Recipe. #glutenfree #veganricha #vegan


    If you know me, you know I absolutely do not like okra(bhindi). I think it has something to do with the texture and the gooeyness. And if you know my husband, you know that he absolutely lovvvves okra. huh!
     
    Well, fear not. you can make this dish without tasting it ! A simple fun and super yummy crisp bhindi with pickle spices.
    Here are some dishes I’ve posted before using pickle spices! The Indian pickle spice combination is a must try!
    Broccoli and Zucchini in onion and Indian Pickle spice curry
    Cauliflower and garbanzo beans in Indian Pickle Spices.
     
    Crisp okra on a white plate werved with a lemon wedge and carrot sticks
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    Crisp Okra with Indian Pickle Spices. Achari Bhindi. Vegan Recipe.

    Crisp Okra with Indian Pickle Spices. Achari Bhindi. A simple fun and super yummy crisp bhindi with pickle spices. Vegan and Gluten Free Recipe.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Total Time25 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Gluten-free, Indian, Vegan
    Keyword: easy recipe, okra side dish recipe, spiced okra
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 134kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    • 2 teaspoons oil
    • 1.5 cups (150 g) cut okra (bhindi, smaller okra are better, the bigger ones have big seeds and are tough)
    • 1/3 teaspoon (0.33 teaspoon) salt or to taste
    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) chili flakes/chili powder or to taste

    Pickle Spice

    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) fennel seeds (saunf)
    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) cumin seeds (jeera)
    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) nigella seeds (kalonji)
    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) fenugreek seeds (methi)
    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) coriander seeds (dhania)

    Instructions

    • Dry roast the pickle spices on medium heat, stirring continuously for a minute.
    • Grind and keep.( You can make a bigger batch of this spice mix and keep for 2-3 months! Toss chunky veggies with this spice mix for a quick side of vegetables!)
    • In a pan, add oil, heat at low-medium heat and spread oil all over the pan.
    • Drop in the cut okra. The pan should be big enough to accommodate the cut okra without much overlap.
    • Sprinkle the salt, chili and desired quantity of pickle spice mix on the okra to evenly top all pieces.
    • Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
    • Reduce heat and mix well, and cook for another 10-15 minutes, partially covered, on Low heat till desired crispiness is achieved
    • Serve hot as side with any Indian meal (flat bread, lentil soup) or top any rice dish or eat as you like it.! Simple and yummy(according to hubbs)!!:)

    Notes

    Nutritional value is based on 1 serving

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Crisp Okra with Indian Pickle Spices. Achari Bhindi. Vegan Recipe.
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 134 Calories from Fat 72
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 8g12%
    Sodium 50mg2%
    Potassium 448mg13%
    Carbohydrates 13g4%
    Fiber 5g21%
    Sugar 2g2%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 1220IU24%
    Vitamin C 34.5mg42%
    Calcium 123mg12%
    Iron 1.6mg9%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
     
     
    This simple okra is heading to Ricki’s Wellness Weekend!!

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    1. Beena

      January 16, 2019 at 2:23 pm

      5 stars
      Is there an alternative to using Kalonji?

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 16, 2019 at 4:52 pm

        onion flakes

        Reply
    2. Richa

      September 13, 2011 at 6:29 pm

      Thanks Junia and Rita!

      Reply
    3. Rita & Mom

      September 13, 2011 at 1:27 pm

      Fried okra is yummy – this looks like okra raised to a whole new level! Thanks for sharing at D,D,& D.

      Reply
    4. Junia

      September 12, 2011 at 3:39 am

      okra = yummy snack! love the crispy bite you added to it 😀

      Reply
    5. Richa

      September 10, 2011 at 7:11 pm

      Thank you Ricki, Kalyani, Hannah, Tanvi, Sudha and R&R from Tadkapasta.

      This is definitely the simplest way to make crisp non- gooey okra! no stuffing and cooking for hours!

      Thanks for the awards Kalyani!

      Reply
    6. tadkapasta

      September 10, 2011 at 6:15 am

      Looks wonderful! We’d make this over the stuffed ones anytime. Must try your pickle masala blend recipe soon.

      Reply
    7. Sudha

      September 10, 2011 at 1:48 am

      amazing blog and so many vegan options are drooooooool worthy

      Reply
    8. sinfullyspicy.com

      September 09, 2011 at 8:21 pm

      Your achari & crispy bhindi look yum! Lovely flavors.

      Reply
    9. Sobha Shyam

      September 09, 2011 at 8:17 pm

      crispy, flavourful and delicious okra, will try this out soon..

      Reply
    10. bittersweetblog

      September 09, 2011 at 3:04 pm

      I LOVE okra, but always use it in stews since I can’t control the slime factor very well. Next time, I must try your method for getting them crisp- It sounds fantastic!

      Reply
    11. Kalyani's Platter

      September 09, 2011 at 1:57 pm

      Please Collect the awards from my blog !!!!

      Reply
    12. Ricki

      September 09, 2011 at 1:25 am

      I’m with your husband on this one–I LOVE okra! And I am definitely going to be making this! Thanks so much for submitting it to Wellness Weekend this week! 😀

      Reply
    13. Richa

      September 08, 2011 at 7:54 pm

      Thank you Kalyani, Kalpana, Priya, Kiran, Michele, Aipi, gopika and vaisali!
      My mom and mom in law stuff whole okra with indian pickle masala.. and fries them. it takes longer and a lot more oil!this is a quicker version of their recipe.

      Reply
    14. Vaishali

      September 08, 2011 at 6:30 pm

      This crispy okra sounds just like my mom made it– it used to be my favorite vegetable as a kid, believe it or not. 🙂

      Reply
    15. Gopika Ram

      September 08, 2011 at 6:01 pm

      I am always on the lookout for new styles of making okra. 😀 Thanks a ton for htis 🙂

      Reply
    16. aipi

      September 08, 2011 at 1:17 pm

      I love achari preparations very much a regular in our household ~ the bhindi looks really appetizing!
      USMasala

      Reply
    17. Michele

      September 08, 2011 at 12:10 pm

      Yum! I must try this soon!

      Reply
    18. escribble

      September 07, 2011 at 12:44 pm

      That looks drool-worthy Richa 🙂 I love okras.

      https://kirantarun.com/blog

      Reply
    19. Priya Sreeram

      September 07, 2011 at 9:05 am

      crispy okras have my attention- yum !

      Reply
    20. Kalpana Sareesh

      September 07, 2011 at 5:22 am

      too crispy..too good..

      Reply
    21. Kalyani's Platter

      September 07, 2011 at 12:56 am

      Looks delicious & crispy too ….. Glad to follow u ….

      Reply

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