This is another version of a dry okra sabzi that is a staple in my kitchen. Since the entire fam loves potatoes, I add them if I don't have enough bhindi. Usually, I tend to make bhindi with just chopped onions as I forget to add the potatoes and tomatoes but when I slow down I remember to make this version. Both are delicious and pair well with rice and dal or rotis and dal.
1tspamchur powder (dried mango)sub with 1 tsp lemon juice
1.5tspsaltto taste
2tbspoil
Instructions
Preparing the okra
Wash the okra pods and set aside to either air dry or dry on a soft cloth.Allow the okra to dry completely.Cut off the top and tail of each okra.Then cut each okra into small pieces about 0.5 cm in width.
Chop: 1/2 cup onion into small pieces1 medium potato into thin slices by cutting it first into quarters and then thinly slicing it1 medium tomato into small pieces
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a kadhai or pan.
Add:1 tsp cumin seedspinch of asafetida1 tsp turmeric powder
Add the chopped okra, potatoes, tomatoes, and onions.Sprinkle some salt, about 1/4 tsp, and cover the pan, keep the heat on medium, stir occasionally.
The okra will become soft and sticky but don’t worry about it, let it cook through, about 7-10 minutes.
When the potatoes are soft and cooked through, remove the lid and add the dry spices.
1 tsp red chili powder1 tsp cumin powder1 tsp coriander powder1.5 tsp salt1 tsp amchur (dried mango) powder (can be substituted with lemon juice at the end instead).
Continue to saute, uncovered, for another 5-6 minutes on medium heat till the okra and potatoes are lightly browned and well coated with all the masalas.
Turn off the heat and add 1 tsp lemon juice if you have not used amchur powder. Mix well.