Masala Okra Recipe

Name: Masala Okra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 1 lb okra pods, no more than 4 inch in length; ½ teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; ½ teaspoon cumin seed; ½ teaspoon black mustard seeds; 1 -2 medium tomatoes, diced

Servings: persons

1 lb okra pods, no more than 4 inch in length
½ teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ teaspoon cumin seed
½ teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 -2 medium tomatoes, diced

1
Wash okra and carefully remove the stem taking care not to cut into the pod.
2
Cutting into the pod will cause the okra to release the sticky juices which will have an affect on the finished dish.
3
Combine the turmeric through coriander and set aside.
4
In a heavy skillet heat the oil and add in the cumin and black mustard seeds.
5
Fry for about 2 minutes or until the seeds begin to sputter.
6
Scrape in the reserved spice mixture and fry for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
7
Add in okra, tossing to coat with spices.
8
Cover the pan and cook on low heat for 10 minutes or until tender.
9
Turn off heat and stir in diced tomatoes, serve.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb okra pods, no more than 4 inch in length, ½ teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Masala Okra falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Masala Okra

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