{"product_id":"bhindi-okra","title":"Bhindi (Okra) Per Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eFresh bhindi (okra) is the star of bhindi masala — one of the most beloved vegetarian dishes in Indian home cooking. The key to great bhindi is buying it fresh (look for small, firm, dark green pods) and cooking it right so it stays crispy rather than slimy. This is the vegetable that converts okra skeptics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBhindi Masala Starts Here\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh okra (bhindi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor bhindi masala, stuffed bhindi, kurkuri bhindi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect small, firm, dark green pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh okra = crispy, not slimy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash, dry completely (moisture causes sliminess), trim ends, and slice or keep whole. Stir-fry on high heat with minimal stirring for crispy bhindi masala. Also excellent stuffed with spices or deep-fried as kurkuri bhindi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I avoid slimy okra?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDry the bhindi completely before cutting. Cook on high heat. Do not cover the pan. Add a squeeze of lemon or amchur.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall or large pods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall and firm are best — large pods tend to be fibrous and tough.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I freeze fresh bhindi?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWash, dry, slice, and freeze on a tray before bagging. Frozen bhindi works for cooked dishes but not for crispy preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFresh produce — availability may vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fresh Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001791946979,"sku":"61894247","price":4.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/Indian-Okra.jpg?v=1781243233","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/bhindi-okra","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}