"Spice, Crunch, and Comfort: Mastering the Art of Bharva Bhindi"

 🥣 **Bharva Bhindi (Stuffed Okra) Recipe**

 🕒 *Prep Time:* 15 mins

 🍳 *Cook Time:* 20 mins

🍽️ *Serves:* 2–3

✅ **Ingredients:**

**For the stuffing:**

* 2 tbsp besan (gram flour)

* 1 tsp coriander powder

* 1 tsp cumin powder

* 1 tsp fennel seeds (saunf) – crushed

* ½ tsp turmeric powder

* ½ tsp red chilli powder (adjust to taste)

* ½ tsp amchur (dry mango powder) or a few drops of lemon juice

* Salt – to taste

* 1–2 tsp oil

**For the main dish:**

* 250g bhindi (okra), washed and dried completely

* 2–3 tbsp oil (for cooking)

* Pinch of hing (asafoetida)

* ½ tsp mustard seeds (optional)

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👩‍🍳 **Instructions:**

 🟢 1. **Prepare the Bhindi:**

* Wash the bhindi and dry completely with a towel.

* Trim both ends and slit each bhindi lengthwise, without cutting through. It should open like a pocket.

🟠 2. **Make the Stuffing:**

* In a bowl, mix all the stuffing ingredients.

* Add 1–2 tsp oil to bind the mixture slightly.

* Taste and adjust seasoning.

 🔴 3. **Stuff the Bhindi:**

* Carefully stuff each bhindi with the masala mixture using your fingers or a spoon.

* Press gently to ensure it holds.

 🔵 4. **Cook the Bhindi:**

* Heat oil in a pan on medium flame. Add hing and mustard seeds (if using).

* Add the stuffed bhindi gently and spread them evenly.

* Cover and cook on low flame for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

* Cook uncovered for 5 more minutes to make them slightly crispy.

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 🍽️ **Serve With:**

* Roti, paratha, or dal-chawal.