Dahi Bhindi, Healthy Dahi Bhindi
by Tarla Dalal
dahi bhindi recipe | healthy dahi bhindi recipe | Rajasthani dahi bhindi | okra with yogurt | with amazing 18 images.
dahi bhindi recipe is a Rajasthani dahi bhindi which is a healthy dahi bhindi recipe. Ingredients used to make dahi bhindi are extremely simple and basic. Made from ladies finger (bhindi), low fat curds and Indian spices, this Rajasthani dahi bhindi is very tasty.
Dahi bhindi is the simplest sabzi recipe that can be included to your daily fare. Here, we have made few changes and made it healthier. The bhindis are steamed, we have used low fat curds and less oil to make it healthy dahi bhindi. If you are looking for a healthy and nutritious sabzi, this recipe is for you!!
I bet the ingredients used in dahi bhindi recipe would be available in every Indian household pantry!!
Traditionally, bhindi is deep fried and used, but here we have steamed it which made the sabzi healthier. We have also cut down the amount of oil in dahi bhindi recipe. If you like dahi bhindi the normal way, you can deep fry the bhindis. Despite having very little oil, your favourite lady finger sabzi is as tasty as ever!
dahi bhindi can be prepared in short time of 15 minutes. To make okra with yogurt we have started with steaming bhindi in a steamer. Once the bhindi are steamed, it might look slimy yet you don’t need to worry as further, it will tend to lose its sliminess. Next, we have made a curd base mixture where we have combined curd with coriander powder, red chilli powder, besan which will help in thickening the sabzi and also if you avoid adding besan there are high chances of your curd curdling. We have mixed all of these well and kept aside. Further, for the tempering, we have heat oil in a broad non-stick pan and add cumin seeds, mustard seeds and fennel seeds followed by asafoetida and curry leaves. Once, all of these is cooked add the curd mixture and steamed bhindi, cook well and serve dahi bhindi with coriander garnished on top.
Here's a great way to enjoy a Rajasthani delicacy that is simply sumptuous and low in calories. Choose young and tender bhindis for this Rajasthani dahi bhindi that will cook quickly. Above all, the rich and fascinating aroma is so tempting that you won't feel that you're eating low calorie food. You can relish it with bajra roti or roti.
Enjoy dahi bhindi recipe | healthy dahi bhindi recipe | Rajasthani dahi bhindi | okra with yogurt | with detailed step by step recipe photos below.
Dahi Bhindi, Healthy Dahi Bhindi recipe - How to make Dahi Bhindi, Healthy Dahi Bhindi
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Makes 4 servings
For Dahi Bhindi
2 cups chopped ladies finger (bhindi)
1 cup low fat curds (dahi)
2 tsp coriander (dhania) powder
2 tsp chilli powder
1/2 tsp besan (bengal gram flour)
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1 tsp mustard seeds ( rai / sarson)
1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf)
1/8 tsp asafoetida (hing)
5 to 7 curry leaves (kadi patta)
1 tsp oil
salt to taste
For The Garnish
1 tbsp chopped coriander (dhania)
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- Combine the curds, coriander powder, chilli powder, gram flour and salt with 2 tablespoons of water and keep aside.
- Heat the oil in a non-stick pan and add the cumin seeds, mustard seeds, fennel seeds, asafoetida and curry leaves.
- When the seeds crackle, add the curd mixture and steamed bhindi and bring to a boil. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Serve the {span class="bold1"}dahi bhindi{/span} hot, garnished with the coriander.
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How to make Dahi bhindi
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To prepare dahi bhindi recipe | healthy dahi bhindi recipe | Rajasthani dahi bhindi | okra with yogurt | place the bhindi in the steaming plate.
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Steam the bhindi for 5 to 7 minutes till soft.
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Keep aside. It may look slimy at this atge but further when the bhindis are cooked the sliminess will reduce.
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In a deep bowl, take curd.
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Add coriander powder.
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Add chilli powder.
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Add gram flour.
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Add salt.
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Add 2 tablespoons of water.
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Whisk well and keep aside.
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To prepare dahi bhindi ki subji, heat the oil in a broad non-stick pan.
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Once the oil is hot, add the cumin seeds.
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Add mustard seeds.
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Add fennel seeds.
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Add asafoetida and curry leaves.
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Cook for few seconds and when the seeds crackle.
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Add the curd mixture.
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Add steamed bhindi.
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Mix well and bring to a boil. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. Do stir once or twice in between and ensure it is not sticking to the bottom of the pan.
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Garnish dahi bhindi | healthy dahi bhindi recipe | Rajasthani dahi bhindi | okra with yogurt | with coriander.
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Serve dahi bhindi | healthy dahi bhindi recipe | Rajasthani dahi bhindi | okra with yogurt | hot with chapati or roti.
| Energy | 43 cal |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 1.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 155.1 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 4.6 mg |
| Folic Acid | 37.5 mcg |
| Calcium | 98.4 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 27.4 mg |
| Phosphorus | 34 mg |
| Sodium | 27.8 mg |
| Potassium | 39.6 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
This one came out great also. So thanks!
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I have tried this recipe and it''s tastes good. I don''t say the best bhindi recipe but yes it''s less time taking and tastes different from daily bhindi sabji. So thanks for giving me another choice to prepare bhindi.
Thank you .Nice receipie
Loved this Dahi Bhindi recipe. Makes a great combo of curds with Bhindi.
I really loved this recipe..its tangy.. the flavour of the spices was just perfect.. i loved this to have it with hot rotis.. and steam rice.. I got a different varition to make bhindi.. now.. Thank you for the recipe..
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