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Yogurt Okra (Dahi Bhindi)

This tangy yogurt okra combines crispy baked okra with cool, creamy yogurt and fresh raw onion in just 45 minutes. Bake the okra first for maximum crispiness, then toss with yogurt and top with crunchy onion. The contrast of hot crispy okra with cool tangy yogurt creates a unique dahi bhindi experience with all the probiotic benefits of fresh yogurt.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 194 kcal
Protein10 g
Fiber8 g
Fat8 g
Carbohydrates26 g

Equipment

  • 1 Sheet pan lined with silicone mat
  • 1 Mixing bowl large
  • 1 Oven preheated to 425°F (220°C)

Ingredients
 

For Baking:

  • ½ lb (227 g) frozen okra - do not thaw
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) peanut oil - or any neutral oil
  • ¼ teaspoon (1.5 g) salt - adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon (1 g) chili powder - or red chili flakes

For Finishing:

  • ½ cup (121 g) plain yogurt - or Greek yogurt, added after baking
  • ¼ cup onion - finely diced, raw

Instructions
 

Preparation:

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a sheet pan with a silicone mat for easy cleanup.
  • Add ½ lb frozen okra to a large mixing bowl. Do not thaw the okra. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon peanut oil, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon chili powder and toss to coat evenly.
    Cut frozen okra pieces topped with red chili powder and salt in a stainless steel mixing bowl

Baking:

  • Spread the seasoned okra in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan. Make sure the pieces are not overlapping for maximum crispiness.
  • Bake for 15 minutes, then flip the okra pieces with a spatula. Bake for another 15 minutes until the okra is crispy and golden brown on the edges.
    Okra pieces after 15 minutes of baking on a silicone mat with wooden spoon stirring
  • Bake for another 10 min to get the okra more crispy
    Fully baked crispy okra with golden brown edges spread on a silicone baking mat

Finishing:

  • Remove the hot okra from the oven and transfer to a serving bowl. Add ½ cup plain yogurt and toss gently to coat the crispy okra with the cool, tangy yogurt.
    Crispy baked okra in a metal bowl topped with a dollop of white creamy yogurt
  • Top with ¼ cup onion for fresh crunch. Serve immediately while the okra is still hot. The contrast of hot crispy okra with cool yogurt and fresh onion creates a delicious dahi bhindi experience.
    Yogurt coated okra in a metal bowl with diced pink onions and a black spatula

Notes

Yogurt Type: Use regular plain yogurt or Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt is too thick and won't coat the okra evenly, but still mixable. Plain yogurt creates the perfect creamy coating.
Add Yogurt After Baking: Adding yogurt after baking preserves the live probiotics and creates a wonderful hot-cold contrast. The okra stays crispy while getting coated with tangy yogurt.
Raw Onion: Finely dice the onion for the best texture. Raw onion adds fresh crunch that complements the creamy yogurt and crispy okra.
Serve Immediately: This dish is best enjoyed right away while the okra is hot. The contrast between hot okra and cool yogurt is the signature of this recipe.
Yogurt Benefits: Because the yogurt is not cooked, you get full probiotic benefits for gut health, plus calcium and extra protein.
Storage: Best enjoyed fresh. Does not reheat well as yogurt separates. Make fresh each time or take it out ahead of time from the fridge. Can be stored up to 5 days.

NUTRITION

Nutrition Facts
Yogurt Okra (Dahi Bhindi)
Serving Size
 
1 serving (178g)
Amount per Serving
Calories
194
% Daily Value*
Protein
 
10
g
20
%
Carbohydrates
 
26
g
9
%
Fiber
 
8
g
33
%
Sugar
 
12
g
13
%
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Potassium
 
229
mg
7
%
Sodium
 
663
mg
29
%
Vitamin D
 
0.1
µg
1
%
Calcium
 
169
mg
17
%
Iron
 
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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