Paleo Bhindi Fry
Embrace the flavors of traditional Indian cuisine with a healthy twist in this Paleo Bhindi Fry recipe. This quick and easy dish transforms fresh okra into a crispy, spiced delight using coconut oil, aromatic curry leaves, and a flavorful blend of turmeric, cumin, coriander, and red chili powder. Packed with the zesty freshness of ginger, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon juice, this paleo-friendly side dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or as an accompaniment to your favorite Paleo mains. Garnished with freshly chopped cilantro, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and keto-friendly okra fry will add a wholesome, vibrant touch to your dinner table.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh okra
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 8 leaves curry leaves
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Wash the okra thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Trim the ends and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
Step 2
Finely chop the fresh ginger and garlic cloves.
Step 3
Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Add mustard seeds to the hot oil and let them splutter.
Step 5
Add curry leaves, chopped ginger, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the ginger and garlic are fragrant.
Step 6
Add the sliced okra to the skillet. Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, or until the okra is cooked and slightly crispy.
Step 7
Sprinkle turmeric, cumin, coriander, red chili powder, and salt over the okra. Stir well to coat the okra pieces with the spices.
Step 8
Continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the spices are well incorporated and the okra is crispy.
Step 9
Once done, turn off the heat and drizzle lemon juice over the cooked okra.
Step 10
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Step 11
Serve hot as a side dish with your favorite Paleo entrees.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (605.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 614.2 |
| Total Fat 45.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2408.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.5g | |
| Protein 12.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 501.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1841.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories