Okra with Onions Recipe

Name: Okra with Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium onions coarsely chopped; 5 each garlic cloves coarsely ch.; 1 each ginger 2 inches long; 6 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter); 1 teaspoon cumin seeds whole; 2 teaspoons fennel seeds whole; 1 teaspoon turmeric ground; 1 teaspoon coriander ground; 3 tablespoons tomato sauce; 1 pound okra fresh, young; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons garam masala; 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

4 medium onions coarsely chopped
5 each garlic cloves coarsely ch.
1 each ginger 2 inches long
6 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
1 teaspoon cumin seeds whole
2 teaspoons fennel seeds whole
1 teaspoon turmeric ground
1 teaspoon coriander ground
3 tablespoons tomato sauce
1 pound okra fresh, young
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons garam masala
2 tablespoons lemon juice

1
Put onion, garlic, ginger and 1/4 cup water into blender and blend until smooth.
2
Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
3
Add cumin and fennel.
4
After 20 seconds or so, add the paste from the blender and the turmeric.
5
Cook for 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
6
Add the coriander and fry stirring for a minute.
7
Add tomato sauce and cook stirring for 1 minute.
8
Turn off heat.
9
Wash okra and wipe with paper towel.
10
Slice a few pods at a time into 1/4 inch rounds.
11
Turn the heat to medium again under the skillet.
12
Add the okra, salt, garam masala, lemon juice and 6 tablespoons hot water.
13
When the onion paste is bubbling, cover, reduce heat to very low and cook for 35 minutes.
14
Stir every ten minutes or so.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 4 medium onions coarsely chopped, 5 each garlic cloves coarsely ch., 1 each ginger 2 inches long, 6 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter), and more.

Yes, Okra with Onions falls under the General 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.

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Okra with Onions

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