Instant Masala Bhindi in Microwave

19 Oct Instant Masala Bhindi in Microwave

Last Updated on October 19, 2026 by blessmyfoodbypayal

Instant Masala Bhindi in Microwave with step wise pictorial and video method.

This recipe is not about how to make bhindi! This recipe is about how to cook bhindi so so quickly that too just in 7 minutes in microwave.

We swear by God, since the time we have learn how to cook bhindi in microwave, life has changed alot when it comes to cook this particular vegetable lady finger.

Lady finger, which is also called okra in English and Bhindi in Hindi, is a very common vegetable in Indian houses and is made as a routine cooking.

Although cooking masala bhindi is not a hard task and all and it is usually cooked in a pan on stove top. But it takes atleast 15-20 minutes in cooking bhindi masala and that too while stirring quite frequently.

But this Microwave cooked masala okra is a game changer. And to be very honest, if you already have washed and dried okra in refrigerator and someone demands bhindi to eat, it is a matter of snapping your fingers and this Quick microwave okra recipe is ready.

This method of cooking quick and easy Indian okra dish is useful when you want to prepare a vegetable dish without spending much time standing near the stove and it is the most convenient recipe for newbies living in hostels or studying outside, but having access to microwave.

And if this question is hitting your mind that there must be a difference in taste and texture then let us tell you that masala bhindi made in a kadai over stove top and this Indian spiced okra in microwave are all together same. There’s no difference in taste, texture and colour of the dish except the time consumption and hassle.

So if you are looking for some easy microwave vegetable recipes and in particular wants to learn how to make bhindi without frying, this recipe is for you. 

Step Wise pictorial recipe of Instant Masala Bhindi in Microwave

Take a microwave safe bowl and add bhindi which is washed, dried and cut into roundels or any shape of your choice.

Add rest of the ingredients i.e. onion (cut lengthwise), cumin seeds (roasted), coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, dry mango powder, salt and cooking oil. 

Give them a good mix.

Put a lid on the bowl, which should also be microwave safe.

Microwave on high temperature (our’s is 900) for 4 minutes.

Take the bowl out and stir the okra.

This time don’t put the lid and microwave for 3 minutes.

And microwave bhindi masala is ready just in 7 minutes.

Enjoy.

NOTES 

1. It is very important to let okra turn completely dry before cutting otherwise it will turn out to be slimy.
2. if using mustard oil, precook it otherwise it may leave a pungent and raw smell in sabzi.
3. As the cumin can’t crackle in microwave, add it after roasting or you can use cumin powder as well.
4. To make okra crispy, you can microwave for extra time.
5. The quantity of our okra was 250 grams and we wanted it to be slightly soft yet firm bhindi, hence it took 7 minutes . But yours exact time may vary depending on microwave wattage, the quantity of bhindi, and the desired level of doneness.

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Instant Masala Bhindi in Microwave – Recipe Card

Instant Masala Bhindi in Microwave

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Instant Masala Bhindi in Microwave is a quick and easy way to prepare flavourful okra with everyday spices in minutes.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 7 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Servings 3

Ingredients

  

• 250 gram okra
• 1 onion (cut lengthwise)
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (roasted)
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp dry mango powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp cooking oil (if using mustard oil, precook it)

Instructions

 

• Take a microwave safe bowl and add bhindi which is washed, dried and cut into roundels or any shape of your choice.
• Add rest of the ingredients ie. onion (cut lengthwise), cumin seeds (roasted), coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, dry mango powder, salt and cooking oil.
• Give them a good mix.
• Put a lid on the bowl, which should also be microwave safe, and microwave on high temperature (our’s is 900) for 4 minutes.
• Take the bowl out and stir the okra.
• This time don't put the lid and microwave for 3 minutes.
• And microwave bhindi masala is ready just in 7 minutes.
• Enjoy.

Video

Notes

1. It is very important to let okra turn completely dry before cutting otherwise it will turn out to be slimy.
2. if using mustard oil, precook it otherwise it may leave a pungent and raw smell in sabzi.
3. As the cumin can't crackle in microwave, add it after roasting or you can use cumin powder as well.
4. To make okra crispy, you can microwave for extra time.
5. The quantity of our okra was 250 grams and we wanted it to be slightly soft yet firm bhindi, hence it took 7 minutes . But yours exact time may vary depending on microwave wattage, the quantity of bhindi, and the desired level of doneness.

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