Bhindi Aloo Fry (Oriya Style)

Today I’ll talk about one of my favorite dish called “Bhindi Aloo Fry”. Bhindi is called Lady’s Finger in English and some parts it also known as Okra. It is also rich in vitamins and low in calories. Because of its anti aging properties, it helps to maintain the beauties to keep look younger for long time. 

Bhindi is recommended to pregnant women as it is rich in Iron and Calcium. Cooking process of this dish is very easy…here is the recipe if you want to try…..

Ingredients

• Bhindi (Fresh & Tender) – 250 gms
• Potatoes – 1( Medium)
• Onion – 1 (Large)
• Cumin Powder  – 1 tsp
• Coriander Powder – ½ tsp
• Red Chili Powder – 1 ½ tsp
• Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp
• Salt as per taste
• Cooking Oil – 2 ½ tbsp

Preparation Method:

• Wipe Bhindi in a damp towel.
• Cut Bhindi’s head and tail. Slice each Bhindi in four to five pieces depending on the size.
• Cut Potato in small cubes. Wash and drain.
• Cut Onion in thin slice.
• Heat Oil in a wide Pan; Add Sliced Onion and saute for 2 mins.
• Add Potato cubes and fry for 3 mins.
• Add Bhindi and fry for 1 min.
• Then add Red Chili Powder; Turmeric Powder; Cumin Powder; Coriander Powder; Salt and mix it well.
• Cover and cook for 5 mins.
• Uncover and cook for another 5 mins.
• Now the “Bhindi Aloo Fry”  is ready.