Bhindi Bhaji Fried Stuffed Okra Recipes

Steps:

• In a small bowl combine the chili powder, turmeric, coriander, and salt.
• With a sharp knife, cut lengthwise slit in each okra pod, taking care not to cut completely through.
• Stuff each pod with a little of the spice mixture.
• In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over high heat.
• Add onions and cook, stirring constantly, 12 minutes, or until browned.
• Reduce the heat to low and add the okra.
• Add the water if the mixture seems to dry.
• Cook covered 10 minutes, or until the okra is tender but still retains it's color.
• Serve garnished with fresh coriander and lemons.

Steps:

• Heat oil in a cooking vessel. Once the oil is hot, reduce heat to medium flame, add the mustard seeds, let them splutter, add the cumin seeds and let them brown. Add the curry leaves, dry red chilies and garlic cloves, stir them for few seconds.
• Add the chopped onions and saute till transparent. Add the okra and turmeric pwd and combine. Saute on medium high heat for 3-4 minutes. Reduce to low flame, add a tbsp of yogurt or lemon juice (to reduce slime) and let it cook for 4-5 mts. Stir occasionally so that they don't burn.
• Reduce flame and cook till the okra turns soft. This could take about 15-20 mts of slow roasting. Season with salt and turn off flame.
• Serve hot with steamed rice or rotis.