## Karnataka Style Bendekayi Gojju – Kayirasa Recipe (North Karnataka Style)

Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Karnataka Style Bendekayi Gojju – Kayirasa Recipe** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **North Karnataka Lunch**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.

**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 10 minutes
**Cook time:** 20 minutes
**Total time:** 30 minutes

**Cuisine:** North Karnataka
**Course:** Lunch
**Diet:** Vegetarian

### Ingredients for Karnataka Style Bendekayi Gojju – Kayirasa Recipe:

* 250 grams Bhindi (Lady Finger/Okra) – washed
* 1/2 cup Fresh coconut – grated
* 4 Dry Red Chillies
* 1 tablespoon White Urad Dal (Split)
* 1-1/2 tablespoon Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal) – roasted
* Tamarind – big lemon size
* 1-1/2 teaspoon Jaggery
* 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* 2 Dry Red Chillies
* Curry leaves – few sprigs
* 1 tablespoon Sunflower Oil
* Salt – to taste

### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Karnataka Style Bendekayi Gojju – Kayirasa Recipe:

1. tamarind, jaggery in a mixer grinder to a smooth paste and keep it aside.
2. Heat oil in a heavy bottom pan over medium heat; add mustard seeds and allow it splutter.
3. Add the dry red chillies and curry leaves and give it a stir for a few seconds.
4. Now add the chopped Bendekayi/ Bhindi, sprinkle a little salt and roast until the Bendekayi turns golden brown.
5. Cover the pan with the lid slightly ajar.
6. We keep the lid ajar to prevent the lady finger from getting slimy.
7. Once the Bendekayi soften and is cooked through; stir in the ground Gojju masala, about 2 cups of of water and allow it to simmer on medium flame for about 5 minutes.
8. Check the salt and spices of the Bendekayi Gojju and adjust to taste.
9. Once done, turn off the heat and transfer the Bendekai Gojju/Kayirasa Recipe to a serving bowl and serve hot.
10. Serve Karnataka Style Bendekayi Gojju/Kayirasa with Steamed Rice, Vazhakkai Varuval  and Elai Vadam for a comforting lunch.

### Tips for the Best Karnataka Style Bendekayi Gojju – Kayirasa Recipe:

* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Feel free to customize this Karnataka Style Bendekayi Gojju – Kayirasa Recipe recipe with your favorite complementary ingredients!

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