My Easy Cooking

 Ingredients:

1/2 kg (500 g) fresh okra, (lady finger or Bhindi) 

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1tsp cumin

1/2 tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp red chili powder (to taste)

1/2 teaspoon garam masala

1/2 tsp. dry ginger powder

Salt, to taste

1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

A few coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Prepare the okra (lady finger or Bhindi):

Wash the okra  (lady finger or Bhindi) and pat it dry with a kitchen towel. Slicing okra can be sticky, so ensure it's scorched to reduce this problem. Chop the okra into 1/2 Cut into inch pieces and set aside. Then slice 2 large onion 

Heat the oil:

Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or handi over medium heat.

When the oil is hot, add the sliced onion.

Keep stirring and fry them lightly golden.

Add the chopped okra (bhindi)to the pan. Stir well to coat the okra with the oil 

Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the okra (bhindi) for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Okra (bhindi) should become soft and slightly crunchy.

When done remove the sautéed okra (bhindi) and place them in a plate or tray.

some onion rest, add blend garlic fry with onion few seconds,

 Then add ground spices.

Add turmeric powder, dry ginger, coriander, cumin, and red chili powder. 

  mix well

Add blended tomatoes

Add salt Stir and mix thoroughly

On a low to medium-low heat sauté till the masala paste thickens and you see oil leaving the sides. This takes time, so be patient.

Add the sautéed okra.

Stir often while sautéing. The masala paste will thicken, look glossy and the oil will separate. When you see these signs, then move to the next step.

Add about 1 cup water and stir very well. 

Continue to cook for another 5-6 minutes, or until the okra is cooked through and golden brown. The okra should not be light but should have a slight crunch to it.

Don’t cook okra in the curry for a longer time as then they becomes mushy

Once the okra is cooked, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. (optional) 

Garnish with chopped fresh a few coriander leaves. 

Spiced Okra Serve hot as a side dish with rice, bread or paratha enjoy it on its own.

This dish is flavorful, easy to prepare, and makes a great addition to any meal. Enjoy!