By Bornika Das
September 21, 2023
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Also known as ladies finger or bhindi, okra is a reen summer vegetable that is packed with essential vitamins such as C, B6, K and A and minerals such as potassium, sodium, iron and calcium. They are also rich in antioxidants and fibre. The versatile vegetable has a slimy texture and soft velvety feel. You can have multiple dishes made with okra. Tap to know:
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Made with bhindi or okra, this vegetarian dish is a poplar side dish or snack where the okra are coated with gram flour and fried to perfection.
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It is a Noth Indian dish cooked in rich and flavourful tomato gravy. This flavourful delicacy can be enjoyed with roti or naan.
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Bhindi pickle, also known as okra pickle, is a tantalizing and unique condiment that adds a burst of flavor to Indian cuisine. It adds a zesty and savory kick that enhances the overall dining experience.
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Grilled okra not only enhances its natural earthy flavor but also imparts a delightful smokiness that complements its slightly crunchy texture.
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This dish centers around fresh okra pods cooked in a rich tomato-based stew, often infused with a blend of aromatic spices. It is a popular in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines.
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This tangy Indian dish combines the earthy goodness of okra and creamy richness of curd. The dish is served with rice, roti or naan.
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Shorshe Bhindi is a delectable Bengali dish that highlights the unique combination of okra and bold flavours of mustard seeds or shorshe. It can be paied with steamed rice.
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Steamed Bhindi is the basic and most common dish in almost every Indian household. You can add salt and mustard oil and mix together with steamed bhindi and have it with rice.
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