Bhindi Masala
This blog post on Toddler Recipes Australia focuses on Bhindi Masala, a delicious and nutritious dish that toddlers will love! This Indian-inspired side dish is made with fresh okra, spices, and plenty of nutritional benefits, making it a great option for growing kids. To ensure easy digestion, this family-friendly recipe calls for gentle stir-frying and a dollop of coconut oil for added flavor. With our simple and tasty Bhindi Masala recipe, you’ll have your little ones eating healthy and enjoying every bite!
General Information
Servings: 4 Keywords: Bhindi Masala, masala, lentils, vegan, vegetarian Calories: 205 Protein: 5g Carbs: 29g Fats: 10g Preparation Time: 45 minutes Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 500g okra, sliced lengthwise
- 4 large whole cloves
- 1 teaspoon mineral oil
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons ground coriander
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons garam masala
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped garlic
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the sliced okra out in an even layer on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle with mineral oil and sprinkle with cumin seeds.
- Roast in the oven for 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the cloves.
- Toast until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the onions and green chilies and saute until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the turmeric powder, ground coriander, cilantro, tomato paste, garam masala, ginger, garlic, and salt and pepper.
- Stir to combine and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add the roasted okra to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
- Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Recommended Sides
- Rice
- Naan
- Papadums
- Raita
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