Spicy okra
This spicy okra can also be served stuffed into Indian bread.
Ingredients
1 pound okra
4 tablespoons olive oil
1⁄4 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon ginger (freshly grated)
2 chili pepper (dried red chili)
1 teaspoon turmeric (ground)
1⁄2 cup yogurt
curry leaf (to taste)
salt (to taste)
Instructions
Heat the oil over moderate in a heavy pan. Add cumin and ginger. Fry for 1 minute. Add okra and chilies. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently.
Lower the heat. Add turmeric and yogurt. Stir to mix well. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes.
Add the curry leaves and cook for a further 5 minutes. Serve warm, with rice.
Yield
4 servings
Preparation time
10 minutes
Cooking time
30 minutes
Total time
40 minutes
Notes
To prepare the okra, wash it under cold running water. Snip off the stems. Pat dry with kitchen towel.
We prefer olive oil, but use ghee as cooking fat for a more authentic flavor.
If you don't have okra, try French beans or green beans.
Source
easy, sauté, simmer
vegetables, side dishes
Indian food recipes
Food in Asia
Food in Asia