BHARWAN MASALA BHINDI (Main Course - Veg)

Ingredients: (Serves 4)

Small Sized Bhindi (Trimmed) – 500 gm

Besan – 3 Tbsp

Haldi Powder – 1 Tsp

Garam Masala – 1 Tsp

Jeera Powder – 3 Tsp

Amchur Powder – 3 Tsp

Saunf – 3 Tsp

Red Chilli Powder – 2 Tsp (or to taste)

Dhaniya Powder – 5 Tsp

Kalunji – 2 Tsp

Finely Chopped Green Chillies – 6

Oil – 5 Tbsp

Sliced Onion – 2 (large) or Shallots – 15 to 20

Salt to Taste

Method:

-Make slits in the centre of the bhindi. Do not cut it completely.

-In a bowl mix salt, haldi powder, garam masala, jeera powder, dhaniya powder, amchur powder, saunf and red chilli powder. Mix well and fill this mixture in the bhindi. Pour 1 Tbsp oil over the bhindi and mix well so that all the masala sticks to the bhindi. Keep aside.

-Heat oil in a pan. Add kalunji and sauté till it crackles. Then add onions and green chillies and stir fry till the onions are translucent. Now add besan and cook till the besan changes colour, then add the bhindi, mix well, cover and cook. Stir occasionally. Cook till the bhindi is done. Now remove the lid and cook for 2 – 3 minutes.

-Serve Hot with Roti or Paranthas.

ENJOY EATING, KEEP COOKING!