Keema and Bhindi – The Curry that Stole My Heart:
Growing up in a South Indian family, I was no stranger to okra. From stir-fried okra to okra curry, my family and I had tried it all. However, I had never heard of okra with keema until a friend suggested it to me. I remember looking at him like he was crazy when he first brought it up. I couldn’t picture the two flavors coming together in harmony. But, he was determined to make me a believer.
I still remember the picture he sent me on WhatsApp and I couldn’t help but stare at it, wondering if it was really as delicious as it looked. I was still a bit skeptical about the combination of okra and keema. Eventually, my friend convinced me to come over to his place to try it out.
With fear I made my way to his house and was greeted with hot rotis and this mysterious curry. I didn’t know what to expect, but I took a bite, and let me tell you, I fell in love. It was like fireworks going off in my mouth. I was crazy, stupid, in love with this curry that I never wanted to try in the first place.
It’s funny how life works, isn’t it? One minute, you’re turning up your nose at a dish you’ve never tried, and the next, you’re absolutely smitten with it. I never thought I’d be so enamored with a dish that combines two seemingly disparate ingredients, but here we are.
Nowadays, I make this dish all the time. It’s so easy to prepare, and the best part is that it’s incredibly healthy. So if you’re looking for a new favorite dish, give this okra and keema curry a try!
And the best part? It’s so easy to make, and it’s actually good for you! I make it all the time now, and I never get tired of it. So if you’re feeling adventurous and want to try something new, give this okra and keema dish a chance. Who knows, you might just fall in love too!
Who knew that a love affair with okra and keema was in my future? But hey, sometimes the best things in life come when you least expect it!
Well, enough with the chit-chat and the anecdotes, let’s put on our aprons, buckle up and get our hands dirty in the kitchen, where the real magic happens!
I don’t know about you, but my taste buds are screaming for this delectable curry that we’ve been drooling over this whole time. So, let’s gather our ingredients, clear some counter space and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize our senses and leave our stomachs feeling oh so satisfied!
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp ghee
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp ginger and garlic paste
- 1/2 kg keema
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- salt to taste
- 1/4 Kg bhindi
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 3 green chilies chopped
- coriander for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat a kadai (wok) over medium heat and add ghee. Once the ghee is hot, add finely chopped onions and cook until they turn slightly brown.
- Add garam masala to the kadai and cook for a minute. Then, add ginger and garlic paste and fry until fragrant.
- Now, add the minced meat (keema) to the kadai along with turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for a few minutes until the meat is 70% done. Keep stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the keema is 70% done, add the cut Bhindi to the kadai and mix well. Close the lid and let it cook for 10-12 minutes until the Bhindi is cooked and the keema is fully cooked.
- Once the Bhindi and Keema are cooked, add lime juice and chopped green chilies to the kadai and mix well. Close the lid and let it sit for 2 minutes.
- Garnish the dish with fresh coriander and serve hot with rotis or parathas.
“Forget Romeo and Juliet, Keema and Bhindi Surprise is the ultimate star-crossed dish that will steal your heart and your taste buds!”
ABP
Keema and Bhindi Surprise: A Delicious Twist on Indian Classics
Ingredients
- 1/2 Kg Keema
- 1/4 Kg Bhindi
- 1 Onion
- 1 Tsp Garam masala
- 1 Tbsp Ginger and garlic paste
- 1/4 Tsp Turmeric
- 2 Tbsp Chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 Tbsp Ghee
- 2 Tbsp Lime juice
- 3 Green chilies chopped
- Coriander for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and dry the bhindi. Cut off the stem and slice them into pieces.
- Finely chop the onion and green chilies.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of ghee in a kadai or a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and fry until they turn slightly brown.
- Add 1 teaspoon of garam masala and cook for a minute.
- Add 1 tablespoon of ginger and garlic paste and fry until the raw smell disappears.
- Add 1/2 kg of keema to the pan and mix well.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric, 2 tablespoons of chili powder, and salt to taste. Mix well.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook until the keema is 70% done, stirring occasionally.
- Add the sliced bhindi to the pan and mix well.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook until the bhindi is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice and the chopped green chilies to the pan and mix well.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let it sit for 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with rotis or parathas.
“Keema and bhindi, the ultimate odd couple of the Indian cuisine world – and yet, somehow they make it work!”
ABP
I urge you to put on your apron, grab some utensils, and get ready to whip up this amazing Keema and Bhindi Surprise: A Delicious Twist on Indian Classics Recipe. Trust me, it’s worth it! Every bite is bursting with flavor and sure to leave you feeling satisfied. And if you’re a foodie like me and always on the lookout for new recipes, check out our other delicious dishes by clicking here. Bon appétit!
