Saturday March 20 , 2010
Spicy Okra
Description This spicy okra can also be served stuffed into Indian bread.
Ingredients
At a glance
Cuisine
Difficulty
Serves
4
  • 1 lb fresh okra, washed and trimmed
  • 4 tbs olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp cumin seed, slightly roasted
  • 1 tbs grated fresh ginger
  • 2 dried red chilies
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • curry leaves
  • salt to taste

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25 minutes

Methods/steps
  1. Heat the oil over moderate in a heavy pan. Add cumin and ginger. Fry for 1 minute. Add okra and chilies. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently.
  2. Lower the heat. Add turmeric and yogurt. Stir to mix well. Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Add the curry leaves and cook for a further 5 minutes. Serve warm, with rice.M/

Nutrition Notes

Serving size: 1 serving
Percent daily values based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition information calculated from recipe ingredients.
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182.17
Calories From Fat (70%) 127.26
% Daily Value
Total Fat 14.46g 22%
Saturated Fat 2.24g 11%
Cholesterol 1.87mg 1%
Sodium 1303.10mg 54%
Potassium 428.59mg 12%
Carbohydrates 11.31g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3.84g 15%
Sugar 4.51g
Sugar Alcohols 0.00g
Net Carbohydrates 7.47g
Protein 4.40g 9%
Additional Tips
  • To prepare the okra, wash it under cold running water. Snip off the stems. Pat dry with kitchen towel.
  • We prefer olive oil, but use ghee as cooking fat for a more authentic flavor.
  • Try this recipe with green beans instead of okra.
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