Low Calorie Bhindi Masala Recipe
This Low Calorie Bhindi Masala recipe allows you to enjoy a traditional Desi dish with controlled portions and only 260 calories per meal.
Servings: 3
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp canola or sunflower oil
- 168 g raw okra
- 1 tsp whole cumin seeds sabut zeera
- 270 g tomato, blended
- salt to taste
- red chili powder to taste
- turmeric to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Okra:
- Wash the okra thoroughly and let it dry completely.
- Cut the okra into small pieces.
Cook the Okra:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
- Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and let them crackle.
- Add the chopped okra to the pot and stir well.
- Cook the okra, stirring frequently, until it is half done.
- Add salt, red chili powder, and turmeric to taste.
- Stir well and cook for a few more minutes.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low, till okra is fully cooked.
Divide and Serve:
- Divide the cooked okra into 3 portions. Each portion is approximately 79 calories.
- Serve each portion with 100g cucumber, 1 serving of low-calorie green raita, and 1 roti.
Making the Roti:
- Combine 42g of chakki aata with 35g of water to form a dough ball weighing around 77g.
- Roll out the dough and cook the roti as you normally would.
Notes
Total Calories:
Each meal, including the okra portion, cucumber, green raita, and roti, totals approximately 260 calories.
Optional Protein Boost:
You can add some boneless, skinless chicken breast to the meal to increase the protein content and calories. However, traditionally, Bhindi Masala is enjoyed on its own, which is what this recipe focuses on.
Enjoy this traditional yet healthier Bhindi Masala, perfect for those looking to maintain portion control and manage calorie intake while savoring a classic Desi dish.