Bhaji, okra, Bangladeshi, with vegetable oil, homemade

This homemade Bangladeshi okra bhaji is a cooked vegetable dish made with okra, onion, spices and vegetable oil. It provides carbohydrate and fat, with smaller amounts of protein and a range of vitamins and minerals. Per 100g, it contains 7.7g of carbohydrate, 6.4g of fat, 2.4g of protein and 112mg of calcium.

Calcium contributes to the maintenance of bones and teeth and supports normal muscle function. The vegetable oil contributes to the dish’s fat and energy content, which is worth noting when monitoring energy intake. Salt content will depend on how much is added during preparation, so homemade versions may differ from the recipe described here. Full nutrient figures are given in the tables below.