Bharli Bhendi is a widely popular Maharashtrian dish. Bharli Bhendi as called in Marathi language, means stuffed Lady Fingers/Okra.

The basic ingredient for it’s stuffing in Maharashtrian cuisine, is generally grated fresh coconuts. In this recipe, the addition of poppy seeds along with coconut and spices and the tanginess from the tamarind, makes it lip smacking delicious. 

Ladyfingers (Bhindi / Okra / Bhindi) are a very healthy vegetable as they are a powerhouse of nutrition, rich in vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that provide an array of health benefits from treating diabetes to preventing kidney disease.

Here along with coconut, a super food itself and which doesn’t need much description for it’s widely known health benefits, we have used Khus Khus in this recipe. There are many health benefits associated with Khus Khus. From boosting the immune system to improving brain and heart health, the benefits of Khus Khus are many!

Again the use of tamarind in such traditional recipes has its own benefits. Tamarind relieves discomfort in the stomach and aids digestion. It’s preparations are known cure for fevers, rheumatism, inflammation and sore throats.

The use of all such healthy ingredients combined with the nutritious bhindi and the use of spices makes this simple and delicious vegetable preparation a unique one and also absolutely high on the health quo!

Serve Bharli Bhendi Recipe along with Maharashtrian Chawli Chi Usal Recipe and Phulka for a weekday meal along with your family. 

If you like this Bharli Bhendi Recipe, you can also try other Bhindi recipes for your Indian Dinner such as

1. Dahi Bhindi Recipe
2. Dahi Achari Bhindi Recipe
3. Bhindi Masala Curry Recipe