Bhindi Masala (Okra)


Makes just 1 serving
  • Wash and dry about 20 Okras (lady's finger)
  • Remember to cut off the head and tail :-)
  • Slit them lengthwise
  • In a hot pan add little oil
  • When the oil is hot enough put 1/2tsp of cumin seeds
  • When the seeds crackle, saute the okras until they get tender
  • Cover and cook. Stir occasionally. Add salt per taste
  • When the okras are about half done, add 1/2tsp turmeric powder
  • Add 1tsp coriander powder, 1/2tsp chilly powder, 1/4tsp amchur powder
  • Stir so the spices aren't burnt
  • Sprinkle drops of water as and when needed
  • Cover and cook until the spices are not smelling raw
  • Finally add 0.5 tbsp of besan (chana powder) and 1/4tsp of pepper
  • Stir for 3 more mins. Again sprinkle water, cover, cook,stir every now and then
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with any roti or curry

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