Bharwa Bhindi has been my all-time favorite Indian dish. But after getting into the Keto Wagon, I stopped having it, as most Indian version of Bharwa Bhindi is prepared using stuffing which is not Keto friendly. However, I recently came across a Keto-friendly way of making it. You all can enjoy my this version of Keto Bharwa Bhindi guilt-free.
You can prepare this recipe in two different ways. One method is to prepare it in an Air Fryer and the second method is to make it in a stove pan. Both are easy methods to make low-carb, high-fat, and Keto Friendly stuffed Okra.
The recipe is super tasty and has brilliant flavors of Indian spices. It is so easy to make that one can prepare it any time in a jiffy creating no mess in the kitchen. It’s a perfect meal option for people following a Keto Diet for lunch or dinner as a side dish. Best try it with my Keto Garlic Butter Naan recipe. You’ll love the combination.
The most important part of this recipe is its stuffing. It can be made in a variety of ways. But I preferred using roasted peanuts that are further powdered coarsely. You can even add dry coconut or roasted besan, as per your preference. After mixing the powdered peanuts with Indian dry spices, the stuffing is filled with the Okra and cooked until its crispy. Keep reading to know the detailed procedure given below.
Recipe for Keto Bharwa Bhindi
Equipment
- Tablespoon
- Bowl
- air fryer
- Plate
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Coriander Powder
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
- 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
- ½ tsp Garam Masala
- ½ tsp Amchur Powder
- ½ tsp Fennel Powder Optional
- Salt to taste
- 2 tsp Oil
Instructions
Preparing Keto Bharwa Bhindi in Air Fryer
- Wash, rich, and pat okras dry with a clean cloth. After that, cut each bhindi from the top and bottom while adding a slit in between.
- To make the stuffing, take a small bowl and add some roasted peanut powder in it along with cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, fennel seeds powder, amchur powder, and salt. Mix all these ingredients well.
- Now, add a tablespoon of olive oil or any other cooking oil of your choice and mix well. Oil would help in sticking all the spices properly to the bhindi while stuffing. Make sure to remove large seeds from the bhindi while stuffing them with prepared masala.
- Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (or 360°F) and add stuffed bhindi to its basket. Spread stuffed bhindi in a single layer and cook them in batches, if needed. Further, slightly spray or brush some oil on the top.
- Let them air the fryer for 10-12 minutes. After cooking remove the basket and flip the bhindi on a plate while brushing some oil on it if you still feel your Bharwa Bhindi is dry.
Preparing Keto Bharwa Bhindi on Stovetop Pan
- Heat two tablespoons of olive oil or other cooking oil on medium heat. Once the oil heats up, add stuffed okra(make the stuffing as mentioned in the previous method) into the pan in a single layer and let it cook for two to three minutes.
- After two to three minutes, cover the pan with a lid and cook for around three to four minutes on low flame.
- When the bhindi is properly cooked from all sides, gently flip it on a plate.
Notes
- Calories: 166kcal
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
Try it today and enjoy this healthy and delicious meal without disrupting your healthy dietary goals. Want to know more about such Keto Indian recipes? Check out my Keto Tofu Tikka Masala, Keto Paneer Jalfrezi, or Keto Simple Mushroom Curry recipes. And, don’t forget to share your thoughts with me after trying any of my recipes.
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