Vendakkai Poriyal (Okra Fry) Recipe

Name: Vendakkai Poriyal (Okra Fry)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Vendakkai / okra ( cut into small round pieces ); 1 ( chopped ) Onion; 3 ( split ) Green chillies; few Curry leaves; 1 tsp Mustard seeds; 1 tsp Urad dhal; 1 tsp Red chilli powder; 1 tsp Turmeric powder; 1 tbsp Oil; Salt to taste.

Servings: persons

1
Wash and wipe the vendaikai with a kitchen towel.
2
Cut it into small rounds.
3
In a kadai put the oil and when it is hot add mustard.
4
When the spluttering stops add urad dhal and fry till it turns light brown.
5
Add chopped onion,Green chillies and curry leaves. Fry till the onion turns brown.
6
Add vendaikai pieces and stir fry on low flame till its stickiness disappears.
7
Add sambar powder, turmeric and salt and stir well.
8
Keep it on low flame for 5 minutes.
9
Remove once well done and serve it with steamed rice.

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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: 1 lb Vendakkai / okra ( cut into small round pieces ), 1 ( chopped ) Onion, 3 ( split ) Green chillies, few Curry leaves, and more.

Yes, Vendakkai Poriyal (Okra Fry) 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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Vendakkai Poriyal (Okra Fry)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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