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
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!
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.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 134kcal
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!!
Kalyani's Platter says
September 7, 2011 at 12:56 amLooks delicious & crispy too ….. Glad to follow u ….
Kalpana Sareesh says
September 7, 2011 at 5:22 amtoo crispy..too good..
Priya Sreeram says
September 7, 2011 at 9:05 amcrispy okras have my attention- yum !
escribble says
September 7, 2011 at 12:44 pmThat looks drool-worthy Richa 🙂 I love okras.
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Michele says
September 8, 2011 at 12:10 pmYum! I must try this soon!
aipi says
September 8, 2011 at 1:17 pmI love achari preparations very much a regular in our household ~ the bhindi looks really appetizing!
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Gopika Ram says
September 8, 2011 at 6:01 pmI am always on the lookout for new styles of making okra. 😀 Thanks a ton for htis 🙂
Vaishali says
September 8, 2011 at 6:30 pmThis crispy okra sounds just like my mom made it– it used to be my favorite vegetable as a kid, believe it or not. 🙂
Richa says
September 8, 2011 at 7:54 pmThank 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.
Ricki says
September 9, 2011 at 1:25 amI’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! 😀
Kalyani's Platter says
September 9, 2011 at 1:57 pmPlease Collect the awards from my blog !!!!
bittersweetblog says
September 9, 2011 at 3:04 pmI 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!
Sobha Shyam says
September 9, 2011 at 8:17 pmcrispy, flavourful and delicious okra, will try this out soon..
sinfullyspicy.com says
September 9, 2011 at 8:21 pmYour achari & crispy bhindi look yum! Lovely flavors.
Sudha says
September 10, 2011 at 1:48 amamazing blog and so many vegan options are drooooooool worthy
tadkapasta says
September 10, 2011 at 6:15 amLooks wonderful! We’d make this over the stuffed ones anytime. Must try your pickle masala blend recipe soon.
Richa says
September 10, 2011 at 7:11 pmThank 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!
Junia says
September 12, 2011 at 3:39 amokra = yummy snack! love the crispy bite you added to it 😀
Rita & Mom says
September 13, 2011 at 1:27 pmFried okra is yummy – this looks like okra raised to a whole new level! Thanks for sharing at D,D,& D.
Richa says
September 13, 2011 at 6:29 pmThanks Junia and Rita!
Beena says
January 16, 2019 at 2:23 pmIs there an alternative to using Kalonji?
Richa says
January 16, 2019 at 4:52 pmonion flakes