Spicy Stuffed Okra

Spicy Stuffed Okra

Ingredients

20-25 okra or ladyfingers

1 medium red onion chopped

2 flakes garlic sliced thinly

½ tsp red chilli powder

2 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp cumin powder

½ tsp salt

½ tsp mustard seeds for tempering

4-6 tbsp oil

Directions

Wash okra and wipe with a clean tea towel. Cut the ends and slit the okra, but not till the ends so that it holds together. In a small bowl mix the spices along with the salt. Using a teaspoon stuff some of the spice gently into each okra. Keep aside. In a medium sized wok (kadhai), heat oil and add the mustard seeds. When the mustard seeds change color, add the chopped onions and sauté for a few minutes till it turns light brown. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the okra and mix gently. Add the remaining spice powder and continue to sauté. Turn down the heat to low and add ¼ cup of water and cover with a lid. Let it simmer for a 3-4 minutes. Remove lid and stir. Cook till the okra is tender but not  completely soft and the water has dried up. Check seasoning and add salt if needed.