🍅🌿 “Bhindi Masala Gravy – tender okra cooked in a rich, aromatic onion-tomato masala for wholesome desi comfort in every bite.” ✨😋

🍅🌿 Bhindi Masala Gravy😋

Tender okra simmered in a rich, aromatic masala for pure desi comfort ✨

Bhindi Masala Gravy is a much-loved Indian classic that brings together tender okra and a flavorful onion-tomato base ❤️🌿 When cooked right, bhindi stays soft yet non-slimy, soaking up a beautifully spiced gravy that’s comforting, balanced, and deeply satisfying 😍 This version uses PIKS Spices to build layers of warmth and aroma — not too spicy, not too heavy — just perfect for everyday meals or special family lunches 🍽️✨ Serve it with roti, naan, or rice, and you’ve got a wholesome desi meal everyone will love 💛

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

🌿 For Bhindi:

• Bhindi (okra) – 400 g, washed & chopped 🥬

• Oil – 3 tbsp 🛢️

• Salt – a pinch 🧂

🍅 For Masala Gravy:

• Oil – 2 tbsp 🛢️

• Cumin seeds – 1 tsp 🌿

• Onion – 2 medium, finely chopped 🧅

• Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tbsp 🧄

• Tomato puree – 1½ cups 🍅

PIKS spice mix:

• PIKS Haldi Powder – ½ tsp 💛

• PIKS Lal Mirch Powder – ½–1 tsp ❤️

• PIKS Dhania Powder – 1½ tsp 🌿

• PIKS Jeera Powder – ½ tsp 🌿

• PIKS Garam Masala – ½ tsp ✨

• PIKS Kasuri Methi – 1 tsp (crushed) 🌿

• Salt – to taste 🧂

• Water – ½–¾ cup 💧

• Fresh coriander – for garnish 🌿

🍳 Method (Step-by-Step)

1️⃣ Prepare the Bhindi 🥬

Heat 3 tbsp oil in a pan.
Add chopped bhindi and a pinch of salt 🧂
Sauté on medium heat until bhindi is cooked, lightly crisp, and free of stickiness ✨
Remove and keep aside.

2️⃣ Start the Masala 🍅

In the same pan, heat 2 tbsp oil 🛢️
Add cumin seeds and let them crackle 🌿
Add chopped onions and sauté till golden brown 🧅✨
Add ginger-garlic paste and cook till aromatic 🧄

3️⃣ Add Tomatoes & PIKS Spices 🌶️

Add tomato puree and cook till oil separates 🍅🔥
Add:

• PIKS Haldi Powder 💛

• PIKS Lal Mirch Powder ❤️

• PIKS Dhania Powder 🌿

• PIKS Jeera Powder 🌿

Mix well and cook for 2–3 minutes till masala thickens and smells amazing 😍

4️⃣ Make the Gravy 🍲

Add water as needed to adjust consistency 💧
Simmer for 5 minutes on low flame ✨

5️⃣ Add Bhindi & Finish 🌿

Add sautéed bhindi to the gravy and mix gently 🥬
Add PIKS Garam Masala and crushed PIKS Kasuri Methi 🌿✨
Simmer for 3–4 minutes so flavors come together ❤️
Turn off heat and garnish with fresh coriander 🌿

💡 Pro Tips ✨

• Always dry bhindi completely before cutting ❌💧

• Sauté bhindi separately to avoid sliminess 🥬

• Kasuri methi adds restaurant-style aroma 🌿

• Don’t over-stir after adding bhindi — keep it gentle ✨

• Tastes even better after resting 10 minutes 😍

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Serve Bhindi Masala Gravy with:

• Roti or phulka 🫓

• Butter naan 🧈

• Jeera rice 🍚

• Plain dal-chawal combo 🍛

Perfect for:

• Daily home meals 🏡

• Lunch boxes 🍱

• Comfort dinners ❤️

• Simple yet flavorful thalis ✨

Soft bhindi, rich masala, and comforting spices — this Bhindi Masala Gravy is homestyle Indian food at its most satisfying. 🍅🌿✨

Thank You😍