Stuffed Okra Recipe

Name: Stuffed Okra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds okra washed, dried; 2 tablespoons coriander seeds whole, coarsely crushed; 1 tablespoon cumin seeds whole, coarsely crushed; 2 teaspoons fennel seeds; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon garam masala; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; ⅛ teaspoon asafetida; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 tablespoon almonds ground; 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice; 5 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter); 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds okra washed, dried
2 tablespoons coriander seeds whole, coarsely crushed
1 tablespoon cumin seeds whole, coarsely crushed
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon garam masala
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon asafetida
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon almonds ground
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
5 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
Slice the stems off the okra and the very tip at the other end.
2
Slit each pod lengthwise, leaving 1/4 inch unslit at both ends.
3
Be careful not to cut the pods completely in half.
4
Combine the crushed coriander, cumin and fennel seeds with the balck pepper, garam masala, cayenne, asafetida, almonds, lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of ghee.
5
Blend well, using your fingers if necessary until you have a dry oatmeal type texture.
6
Using a butter knife, put about a 1/4 teaspoons of the stuffing into each okra pod, then press the edges closed and set aside covered until you are ready to cook.
7
Place the rest of the ghee in a large skillet and heat until hot.
8
Add the stuffed okra pods and spread out in one layer.
9
Keeping the heat moderate, cook for 5 minutes, covered.
10
Gently turn the okra to ensure even cooking.
11
Continue this for 20 to 25 minutes or until the okra is completely cooked.
12
Place the okra on paper towels and toss with salt.
13
Serve piping hot.

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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 1/2 pounds okra washed, dried, 2 tablespoons coriander seeds whole, coarsely crushed, 1 tablespoon cumin seeds whole, coarsely crushed, 2 teaspoons fennel seeds, and more.

Yes, Stuffed Okra 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.

Stuffed Okra

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