Cooking in summer, especially in the afternoon heat, feels like a fully developed task that no one indicates for a person. Therefore, during this season, most of us are always searching for quick and easy lunch dishes that do not demand hours in the kitchen. While the heat brings very healthy and tasty vegetables, which time they take to cook, it often shuts us down. But Bhendi (Okra) is a vegetable that always comes to the rescue. This is perfect for those days when you want to do something in a few minutes. From Achari Bhundi to Kurkuri Bhundi and even Bhendi, you can try a lot of things with it. Bhendi fans are everywhere, and this vegetable rarely disappoint anyone. Now adding to that list is the Besan Masala okra, a crisp, spicy and okra incredibly easy version that you want to repeat.
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Does gram flour masala makes okra so special?
If you are in crisp Okra, it is going to be your favorite. A common complaint with lady finger is that it becomes disgusting after cooking. But thanks for the village flour coating in this recipe, that the crunch remains intact. Add a mixture of simple spices, and it is packed with taste. You can serve it as a vegetable or even enjoy it as a crisp snack on its own. The best part? It takes just 15 minutes to cook this gram flour masala okra recipe, making it one of the best summer lunch ideas for busy or lazy days.
How to cut lady finger without that sticky dirt
Cutting Okra without dealing with that sticky mud is a real struggle. But there are some easy suggestions that make it manageable.
Always wash the lady finger under the flowing water five to six hours before and keep it in a sieve to completely take out the water.
Once it dries, spread the lady finger on a clean kitchen towel. It helps soak any remaining moisture so that it is not sticky during cooking.
When you are ready to cut, rub a lemon piece on the knife before chopping.
Also, for the best crunch, only add salt after the lady finger is fully cooked. Adding it very quickly makes it soft.
How to make gram flour masala lady finger
Take 250 grams of lady finger and trim the ends. Cut it into length in four thin strips. Now add one cup of flour, red chili powder, turmeric, salt, carom seeds, two teaspoons of oil and okra juice.
Mix everything well, ensure that lady finger is equally coated with flour and spices. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the lady finger on medium heat until golden and crisp. You can serve this crispy okra recipe as a snack or mix it in spices and eat it with roti or paratha.
Original Masala Gravy:
Take three big onions, slices them, and step in oil until golden. Add two chopped tomatoes and cook until it becomes soft. Add crushed garlic and green chillies and step for a few seconds. Now add red chili powder, turmeric, coriander powder and garam masala according to taste and cook for two minutes. Add two spoons of curd and mix it. Once the masala is cooked well, add the fried okra, if necessary, a little more salt, and serve.
An important tip: Add only fried okra to the spice if you are eating it immediately. If you mix it and allow it to sit, then all that crisp will disappear.
Try this easy lady finger recipe as part of your next summer dining plan. It is quick, delicious, and hits all the correct notes.
