Achaari Dahi bhindi

Ingredients:

500 gms (approx 30 nos) Bhindi

2 tsp chopped ginger

¾ cup chopped tomatoes

¼ cup fresh thick curds 

¼ tsp turmeric powder 

¾ tsp chili powder

2 tsp coriander powder

4 tbsp oil

Salt to taste

For the achaari masala

2 tsp fennel seeds 

1 tsp mustard seeds 

½ tsp onion seeds 

¼ tsp fenugreek seeds

A pinch of asafoetida 

 Method:

Wash, wipe dry and slit the bhindis into half and then cut them into 25 mm. (1") pieces.

Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan and sauté the bhindis in it , in 2 batches. Keep aside.

Heat 2 tbsp of oil another pan and add the achaari masala to it.

When the seeds crackle, add the ginger and tomatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes till the mixture leaves oil.

Meanwhile whisk together the curds, turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder and salt.

Add this mixture to the pan, mix well and cook for a couple of minutes.

Add the bhindis and simmer for 2 minutes. Serve hot.

Serves: 4


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