Masala Okra

Name: Masala Okra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 1 lb okra pods; 0.5 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 tbsp ground cumin; 1 tbsp ground coriander; 0.25 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp sugar; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 0.5 tsp cumin seed; 0.5 tsp black mustard seeds; 1 medium tomatoes

A South Asian dish of okra, coriander and tomatoes, seasoned with turmeric and chilli and cooked in a pan.

30 min · Serves 4 · Medium

Method

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Time: Prep 15 min · Cook 15 min · 30 min total
Difficulty: medium

1
Wash okra and carefully remove the stem taking care not to cut into the pod. Cutting into the pod will cause the okra to release the sticky juices which will have an affect on the finished dish.
2
Combine the turmeric through coriander and set aside. In a heavy skillet heat the oil and add in the cumin and black mustard seeds. Fry for about 2 minutes or until the seeds begin to sputter. Scrape in the reserved spice mixture and fry for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
3
Add in okra, tossing to coat with spices. Cover the pan and cook on low heat for 10 minutes or until tender. Turn off heat and stir in diced tomatoes, serve.
10 min