Bhindi Fry with Peanuts from Maharashtra
Maharashtrian Bhindi Fry with Peanuts, it is essentially stir-fried Bhindi to which we add coarsely ground roasted peanut powder. Simple as that, but it changes the entire flavour profile. I learnt this recipe from Shailaja Bamane, a colleague’s mother.
Ingredients
- 1/2 Kg Bhindi (Lady Finger, Okra)
- 4 tbsp Peanuts
- 3/4 tsp Chilli Powder
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric
- 2 tbsp Oil
- Salt to Taste
- 1/2 tsp Mustard Seeds
- 2 Split Red Chillies
- A Few Curry Leaves
Instructions
- 1
--- Getting the Bhindi Ready ---
- 2
Cut the ends off the bhindi and cut it into 1" pieces. Set aside.
- 3
--- Making the Roasted Peanut Powder ---
- 4
Over low flame, dry roast the peanuts till they start to pop.
- 5
Let the peanuts cool.
- 6
Rub the peanuts between your palms and gently blow to get rid of the skin.
- 7
Pound or pulse the peanuts to break up the peanuts and get a coarse mix. Do not crush the peanuts to a fine powder. You should have small peanut pieces in the powder.
- 8
--- Making Maharashtrian Bhindi Fry with Peanuts ---
- 9
In a large kadhai or work, heat the oil.
- 10
Add the mustard seeds and wait till they splutter.
- 11
Add the red chillies and curry leaves, and stir-fry for a few seconds.
- 12
Add the chopped Bhindi and mix well.
- 13
Over medium flame, stir-fry the Bhindi till the pieces are cooked. The Bhindi soften and change to a darker green with a tinge of brown at the ridges.
- 14
Add the red chilli powder, turmeric powder, roasted peanut powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 15
Turn off the heat.
- 16
Serve hot with rotis or dal-chawal.
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