Bhindi/Okra is one of the popular vegetables and loved by many people. It can be prepare in any form be it dry, stuffed, or curry. You can prepare variety of dishes using Bhindi and different places have their own variations.This recipe is generally prepared in the state of Bihar and has a mustard flavor. This recipe is prepared by cooking sauteed bhindi in onion, tomato and mustard gravy. This curry goes very well with phulka, parata or plain rice. Visit my other Bhindi recipe like Bindi masala, Bindi Fry and Stuffed Bindi.
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Rolled Besan Curry
In India there are variety of food which are very local to certain areas. Rolled besan curry is one of them and mainly prepared in northern part of UP and Bihar. My mother used to make this recipe often when she used to run out of vegetables and I loved it every time. You can make this recipe without much preparation when you don’t feel like making vegetable curry. The recipe is prepared by rolling besan batter on tava and simmer into a spicy tomato based gravy. I have earlier shared a different variation of besan curry named as Besan ki Sabji. If you don’t want to make roll based, you can prepare Besan ki sabji instead. The rolled besan curry goes very well with Partha, phulka and rice.
Non-Fried Veg Tofu Manchurian Dry
Vegetable Tofu Manchurian is an Indo-Chinese dish. It is a very flavorful, tangy and sweet & sour dish which everyone loves. Generally Manchurian balls are deep fried however this recipe tries a roasted Manchurian ball which gives exactly the same flavor and texture. The grated vegetables, bell peppers and tofu tiny balls, flavored with ginger-garlic and coated with varieties of sauce makes it delightful recipe. I have used Appam pan to roast the vegetable tofu balls however if you don’t have Appam pan you can either use any pan to roast for even bake it in oven. Similar to other Manchurian recipe this can either dry Manchurian or with gravy. Gravy Manchurian goes very well with Chinese fried rice or just plain rice. The dry one is perfect appetizer for your party or gathering. Also see other Manchurian recipe Gobhi Manchurian and Mix Vegetable Manchurian.
Mix Veg Korma – Without Onion Garlic
Vegetable korma is a delicious flavorful creamy dish prepared using mix of vegetables, flavored with gram masala and methi leaves.This recipe is easy to prepare and popular all over India. The taste and the flavor varies with the different cooking technique. This recipe can be prepared with or without onion and garlic. People generally prepare the food without onion and garlic in festival season like Navrathri. The gravy prepared using tomato and cashew nuts gives a real rich taste & texture to the Korma.Vegetable korma is a great compliment with jeera rice, naan or parathas.
Stuffed Brinjal Dry
Stuffed brinjal dry is a side dish very popular in northern part of India. This mouthwatering tangy side dish is made using baby brinjals stuffed with indian spices and stir fried. which is made with baby brinjal. This recipe is served with rice-daal or roti as a side dish. There are varieties of stuffed brinjal recipes and varies from location to location.
Tilapia Fish Curry
Tilapia fish curry recipe is prepared using fresh Tilapia fish. Tilapia fish is very tasty and had very less fish-bones. You could also make fish kabab or grilled fish from this. Fish curry are of various varieties and in this recipe I have given the prepared which is generally using in the northern part of India. Fresh fish is available in Asian markets, if fresh is not available you could also use the frozen fish. This recipe used mustard oil for preparation as that gives a authentic taste to the fish. You could use other oils, if not available.
Khatta Meetha Sandesh Cake
Khatta Meetha Sandesh cake, a valentine day special. I got inspired by master-chef (TV program) and wanted to try out this beautiful and unique dish for valentine day. This recipe takes lots of effort but it’s worth it when you’re making this dish for your loved one. This cake made up of four layer with each layer having different elements. This is certainly a non conventional dish so go ahead and try yourselves and enjoy!!
Stuffed Okra( Bhindi)
Bhindi also known okra /ladyfinger, can be used to make many dishes such as bhindi masala, bhindi fry, pakora and so on. Stuffed okra is a chatpata tangy side dish which goes very well with rice-daal, roti and gravy curry. This vegetable is an all time favorite for my kids. The okra is stuffed with achari masala which gives an amazing tangy flavor and makes your meal more enjoyable.