Description
A rich North Indian veg side dish stir-frying okra (Bhindi) with massive onions, tomatoes, and spices, evaporating the moisture.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Okra
- Onion
- Tomato
- Veg oil
- Cumin seeds
- Turmeric
- Coriander powder
- Chili powder
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Salt
Instructions
- Wash okra, wipe moisture completely (*crucial step to prevent sliminess), trim stems, and chop large.
- Heat generous oil in a pot, fry cumin seeds, then slow-fry minced onions until caramelized; add tomatoes, ginger, garlic, turmeric, coriander powder, chili powder.
- Toss in okra, stir-fry on medium-high until sliminess disappears and spice oil completely coats the okra to finish.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Savory flavor of cumin and coriander
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Green beans or eggplant (stir-fry with same spice base)
Pairing
Tandoori Roti、Jeera Rice
Trivia
[Hardcore] In Indian cooking, 'finishing fragrantly without making it slimy' is crucial when cooking okra. The pro tech involves wiping moisture completely before cooking and using acidity and oil to retain a crisp texture.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Serve with a little acidic plain yogurt, enjoying a mild flavor-change of the rich spice taste!
Allergen
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