South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry)
South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry) pairs tender potatoes with crisp-edged okra tossed in toasty cumin and mustard seeds, aromatic curry leaves, and warm turmeric and fenugreek. It’s a vibrant, gently spicy stir-fry with fresh cilantro that’s perfect alongside rice or flatbreads for a weeknight vegetarian meal or a festive spread.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 44
- Heart Health
- 73
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 23
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Rinse the okra and let it dry completely before slicing into 1/4-inch-thick wheel-shaped rounds; allow at least 10 minutes.
- 2
While the okra dries, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the potatoes in the hot oil until nearly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Set aside.
- 3
Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the cumin seeds and cook until they begin to brown, about 30 seconds. Add the mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop, 15 to 30 seconds. Add the curry leaves, then the okra rounds. Stir-fry until the okra is brown and crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the onion, chile pepper, garlic, and salt; fry until the onions begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the turmeric and fenugreek and stir to coat evenly. Stir in the cilantro. Serve.
- Calories 155.51 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 2.62 g Low Source 5%
- Carbohydrate 14.31 g 5%
- Total Fat 10.82 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 1.54 g Moderate 8%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 172.55 mg Moderate 8%
- Dietary Fiber 2.79 g Low Source 10%
- Total Sugars 3.47 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 86.89 mg Low Source 7%
- Iron 1.53 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 340.36 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 24.33 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 9.28 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
South Indian Potato Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry) is an Indian side dish recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Onion, Diced Potatoes, Fenugreek Seeds, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 155.51 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry)?
- It is an Indian curry recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry) made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Onion, Diced Potatoes, Fenugreek Seeds, Fresh Cilantro, Green Chile. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry)?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 155.51 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry) healthy?
- South Indian Potato-Okra Curry (Bhindi Curry) has an easyChef Pro health score of 47/100. Per serving, it provides 155.51 calories and 2.62 g of protein, or 5% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 172.55 mg (8% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.54 g (8% of the Daily Value). It contains Mustard, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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