Recipes
Bhindi, Stir-fried Okra (India)
Bhindi, Stir-fried Okra (India)
Serves 4-5.
1 lb. okra
2 small tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium onions
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon mango powder (optional)
Wash the okra and dry thoroughly. Cut off the heads and cut the okra into pieces 1/2 inch long. Chop the onions and tomatoes separately.
Saute the onions for 5 minutes on medium heat in the oil. Add the okra and turmeric and continue to saute for another 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and continue to saute for 3 minutes. Add the salt and the rest of the spices, turn down the heat, cover and cook for 10 minutes until the okra is soft.