Stuffed Okra

I wish to share this recipe which my daughter-in-law made. It is a very lightly spiced recipe.

To make it more spicy, adjust accordingly.

Ingredients                               

1. Small /medium sized Whole Bhindi/Okra -15 to 20

For Stuffing-

1. Haldi(Turmeric) - 1/2 tsp

2. Lal Mirch (Red Chilli powder)- 1tsp or less

3. Dhania(Coriander powder) - 1 tbsp

4. Amchur (Mango powder) -  1 tbsp (Available at Indian stores)

5.Saunf powder - 1/2 tbsp (Available at Indian stores)

6. Oil – 1/2 tbsp

For seasoning-

1. 2 tbsp - oil

2. 1 tsp – Zeera (Cumin seeds)

3. 1 peeled and chopped garlic clove

4. Pinch of asafoteida (optional), (Available at Indian stores)

Method

1. Wash Bhindi or Okra. Dry it with a cloth or paper towel. Slit it length- wise.

2. Stuffing - Mix all the ingredients together for the filling.

3. Stuff all the Bhindis/ Okra with the help of fingers. Keep them aside.

4. Prepare the seasoning in a deep and heavy bottom pan. 

5. Heat oil then add Zeera / Cumin to it and wait till it changes its color .

6. Add chopped garlic and let it become golden, then add asafoteida(heeng).

7. Now add the stuffed Bhindi /okra to it. 

8. Cover cook on medium heat for 15 minutes or till it becomes tender.

9. Serve hot.