Spiced okra

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Why recepie famous for?

Spiced okra (bhindi or bhinda) is the perfect curry dish for those wanting to cut their salt, sugar, fat and saturated fat intake. Using fresh ingredients and a beautiful mix of Indian spices, you can enjoy a Friday night curry without the guilt. Why not add a raitha to the meal to enhance the flavours

Ingredients

450g/1lb okra
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 medium onions, chopped
1 teaspoon green chillies, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin coriander powder
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon coriander leaves and stalks, chopped separately
1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

Wash each okra under cold running water (there’s no need to dry them). Cut them into pieces 1cm-2.5cm or 1/2-1in long. Set to one side.
In a large, non-stick pan, heat the oil, add the cumin seeds and chopped onions and cook until the onions are soft.
Add the okra, green chillies, cumin coriander powder, turmeric and chopped coriander stalks. Mix well.
Spoon the tomato on top of the okra mixture and cook uncovered for 5 minutes on a medium heat. Toss the okra every 2-3 minutes after this. Lower the heat and cook for 7-10 minutes or until cooked.
Remove from the heat and place in a serving dish. Garnish with the chopped coriander leaves and sprinkle the lemon juice over the dish just before serving.

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