Bharli Bhendi Recipe - Maharashtrian Style Stuffed Bhindi

Step 1: To begin making the Bharli Bhendi recipe, firstly wash the bhindi thoroughly in sufficient water and drain

Step 2: Wipe clean all the bhindi using a clean, dry kitchen cloth and cut off both the edges of the bhindi

Step 3: Make a slit in the bhindi across the length ensuring that u do not cut the bhindi in half

Step 4: Heat a small pan and dry roast the khus khus in a small kadai for about a minute

Step 5: Switch off the heat and soak the khus khus in sufficient water for about 15 to 20 minutes approximately

Step 6: Drain and keep aside till use

Step 7: Grind together the grated coconut, khus khus, tamarind, turmeric powder, both the red chilli powders and salt to taste, using as little water as possible to get a thick paste

Step 8: Fill each and every bhindi with this Bharli Bhendi masala (thick coconut paste)

Step 9: Heat a non stick pan and add the oil to it

Step 10: Add the mustard seeds and as soon as they splutter, add the asafoetida

Step 11: Start adding the Bharli Bhendi little by little

Step 12: Spread the remaining masala if any over the stuffed bhindi

Step 13: Cover and cook for a while

Step 14: This will take about 3 to 4 minutes

Step 15: Do not stir much

Step 16: After some time stir the Bharli Bhendi lightly

Step 17: Cover and cook again for few minutes

Step 18: Uncover the pan, and cook the Bhindi further for few minutes

Step 19: This process will help prevent the bhindi from getting sticky and gooey

Step 20: When the bhindi and masala are both cooked properly, turn off the flame and transfer to a serving bowl

Step 21: Your Bharli Bhendi is ready to be servedServe Bharli Bhendi along with Maharashtrian Chawli Chi Usal Recipe and Phulka for a weekday meal along with your family