Stuffed Lady Fingers(Okra) Recipe

Name: Stuffed Lady Fingers(Okra)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g ladyfingers or 500 g okra; 1 1/2 tablespoons ground fennel; 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin powder; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1 tablespoon red chili powder; 2 tablespoons coriander powder; 2 tablespoons mango powder; salt, as per taste; 4 tablespoons oil; 1 1/2 cups onions (thickly sliced)

Servings: persons

1
Clean, wash and wipe lady fingers absolutely dry. Remove the stem. Cut a slit lenghtwise and keep aside. Remember not to slice it through.
2
Mix all the powders and salt.
3
Stuff the lady fingers/okra with this masala. Keep aside the left-over masala.
4
Heat oil in a kadahi. Add sliced onions and cook for till light brown.
5
Add stuffed lady fingers/okra. Cook covered on low heat. Stir only once or twice.
6
Add rest of the dry masala when lady finger/okra is almost cooked.
7
Cook covered for some more time on very low heat till lady fingers/okra are fully cooked and tender.
8
NOTE: DO NOT ADD ANY WATER TO THIS VEGETABLE !

198

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g ladyfingers or 500 g okra, 1 1/2 tablespoons ground fennel, 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin powder, 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Lady Fingers(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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Stuffed Lady Fingers(Okra)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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