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Bhindi Masala

Recipe by Spicy Junction By Syrah on InstagramAdded 11 November 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A quick and spicy Bhindi Masala packed with crisp okra, tangy tomatoes, and a bold blend of Indian spices. Ready in just 25 minutes, this flavorful vegetarian dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

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Method

  1. Heat oil in a pan.

  2. Add chopped okra to hot oil and deep‑fry briefly, then remove with a strainer.

  3. Add chopped onions to the hot oil and sauté until translucent.

  4. Add chopped tomatoes and sauté with the onions.

  5. Mix salt, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder and chilli flakes in a small bowl to create a spice blend.

  6. Add the spice blend to the pan with the sautéed onions and tomatoes and stir‑fry the masala base until it simmers and bubbles.

  7. Add the fried okra to the pan and stir‑fry with the masala until well coated.

Tips while you cook

Fry okra briefly then set aside
Deep‑fry the chopped okra quickly and remove it before adding other ingredients.
Sauté onions until translucent
Cook the chopped onions in hot oil until they turn translucent before adding tomatoes.
Pre‑mix spices in a bowl
Combine salt, red chilli powder, turmeric, coriander powder and chilli flakes in a small bowl before stirring into the pan.

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