okra/lady finger

Name: Okra/Lady Finger
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 500 gram(s) okra, fresh chopped; 2 medium chilies, green sliced vertically; 3 tablespoon(s) grapeseed oil /canola; 1 teaspoon(s) coriander seeds, ground; 1 teaspoon(s) cumin seeds, ground; 1/2 teaspoon(s) turmeric , ground; 1 teaspoon(s) salt; 3 - curry leaves; 1 teaspoon(s) lemon juice, fresh

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Mike Chetty

Auckland

Updated on Apr 26, 2013

Home alone this weekend,and craving Okra or lady finger,which is messy initially to prepare,but once you learn the trick,it is easy as.Okra is readily available in Dubai and they are cheap as chips.I normally clean and flash freeze before bagging them in portion size zip lock freezer bags.This recipe is simple but very flavorful.

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prep time 30 Min

cook time 10 Min

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yield 2 serving(s)

Ingredients

500 grams okra, fresh chopped
2 medium chilies, green sliced vertically
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil /canola
1 teaspoon coriander seeds, ground
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, ground
1/2 teaspoon turmeric , ground
1 teaspoon salt
3 - curry leaves
1 teaspoon lemon juice, fresh

How To Make okra/lady finger

Step 1

wash and wipe dry okra/lady finger thoroughly using a tea towel.

Step 2

chop/slice
Step 3

heat oil in heavy frying pan with lid.
Step 4

add curry leaves.
Step 5

stir in the spices.
Step 6

lower heat and allow to cook for 10 minutes, stirring continually.
Step 7

serve okra/lady finger with flat bread and a side of fresh yogurt.
Step 8

Note Okra/lady finger emits a sticky substance when it comes into contact with water — therefore always wash and dry thoroughly before chopping. Avoid adding water to the cooking process,always cover the frying pan for a few minutes when cooking.
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