Kurkuri Bhindi

Ingredients

• 250 g okra (bhindi), sliced lengthwise
• oil, for deep frying
• 6 tbsp chickpea flour (besan)
• 3 tbsp rice flour
• 1 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp chaat masala
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
• 1/2 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp minced ginger
• 1/2 tsp minced garlic
• 3 tbsp water

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash okra and dry thoroughly, then slice lengthwise into thin strips.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine okra with all the dry ingredients.

3. 3

   Mix well using hands so the spices coat the okra evenly.

4. 4

   Add the wet ingredients. Mix again until lightly coated.

5. 5

   Heat oil to around 175°C in a deep pan or fryer.

6. 6

   Fry okra in small batches until crisp and golden, about 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Drain on a wire rack to keep them crispy.

8. 8

   Serve immediately while hot and crunchy.