Bhindi Masala

Serves 4

Ingredients
1 pound fresh bhindi (okra)
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 slit green chilli
2 medium onions
1 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp red chilli powder
1 tbsp coriander powder
1 tsp dried mango powder (amchur powder)
1 tbsp water
Salt to taste
Oil

Directions
1) Wash bhindi thoroughly in cold water. Wipe bhindi with paper towel so it is completely dry. Remove the ends and slit in half.
2. Thinly slice the onions.
3. Mix the spices together - turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder, and amchur powder in 1 tbsp of water.
4. Add the spices to bhindi and mix it well.
5. Heat oil, add cumin seeds and green chilli. Wait till the seeds crackle.
6. Add onions and fry till it is translucent.
7. Add bhindi, cover and cook on high flame. Make sure to uncover every minute, and saute it.
8. When the bhindi is partially cooked but not overcooked, take the lid off, and add salt.
9. Fry on high flame until crisp.
10. Serve with roti or paratha.

Tips

• At steps 7, make sure to wipe the water from the lid used to cover bhindi.
• Do not add salt until bhindi is cooked, otherwise bhindi may leave water.