Dahi Achari Bhindi Recipe

Step 1: To begin making the Dahi Achari Bhindi Recipe, we will first make the achari masala

Step 2: To prepare the marinade for Achari masala, in a pan add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, kalonji seeds, carom seeds, fenugreek seeds and dry red chilies

Step 3: Dry roast the spices and chilies over medium heat till fragrant and slightly browned

Step 4: Turn off the heat

Step 5: Transfer spices to the jar of mixer and grind into a coarse powder

Step 6: Keep the achari powder aside

Step 7: Wash and clean the Bhindi

Step 8: Wipe the bhindi with a paper towel or a kitchen towel until bhindi is dry

Step 9: This is done in order to ensure bhindi does not get mushy while cooking

Step 10: Chop them into small pieces and keep aside

Step 11: Heat oil in a wok and add the chopped bhindi and sprinkle a little salt and saute till they become soft and charred on the outside

Step 12: Take the Bhindi out and keep it separate

Step 13: Into the same wok add a teaspoon of oil and add chopped onions and saute till raw smell goes off

Step 14: Now add chopped ginger and fry well till golden

Step 15: Add tomatoes and sprinkle salt so that they can turn a little mushy

Step 16: Now add turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder and the achari masala

Step 17: Saute until the tomatoes soften

Step 18: whisk curd and besan together

Step 19: Add to the pan and cook until the curd is mixed well and it thickens

Step 20: Add sautéed ladies finger and salt as per your taste and slow cook the bhindi on low flame with lid closed

Step 21: Once the Dahi Achari Bhindi has absorbed all the flavor, turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander

Step 22: Serve the Dahi Achari Bhindi Recipe along with Phulka or Methi Lacha Paratha and Boondi Raita by the side for a weekday meal