ladies finger fry
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ladies finger fry
Description
The preparation involves washing and drying fresh okra thoroughly to prevent sliminess, then cutting into 1 to 1.5 cm slices. In a pan, oil is heated and onions sautéed till translucent before adding ginger and green chili for a fresh, spicy base. Ground spices—turmeric, Kashmiri red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala—are added next and cooked gently to release their flavors. Then the okra is added and tossed well with the masala and salt. The pan is covered and cooked on low heat without adding water, allowing the okra to cook in its own moisture and oils, resulting in a crisp yet tender texture. Fresh chopped coriander leaves finish the dish.
This fry pairs well as a side with Indian meals and can be doubled for larger servings. Using tender, fresh okra pods and adjusting spices provides flexibility in heat and flavor.
Ingredients
- 250 grams lady finger cookies okra or bhindi
- 2 tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1 onion chopped or ⅓ cup chopped onion, medium
- 1 inch ginger chopped or 1 heaped teaspoon ginger
- 1 green chili - chopped or sliced
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder (ground coriander)
- ½ teaspoon garam masala
- 2 tablespoon Coriander leaves cilantro leaves, chopped
- salt as required
Instructions
preparation for ladies finger fry
- First rinse 250 grams lady finger in water. Wipe them dry. There should be no trace of water or moisture on the lady finger as then the okra becomes slimy while cooking.
- Then chop them in 1 to 1.5 cm roundels. Keep aside.
making masala
- In a shallow kadai or pan, heat 2 tbsp oil and add 1/3 cup chopped onion.
- On a low to medium flame, saute the onions till they turn translucent.
- Then add 1 tsp heaped chopped ginger and 1 green chili (chopped or sliced). Stir and saute for half a minute.
- Reduce the flame and add 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp kashmiri red chili powder and 1 tsp coriander powder.
- Mix the spice powders very well.
making ladies finger fry
- Then add the chopped lady finger.
- Stir and mix very well with the rest of the masala.
- Add salt as per taste.
- Mix the salt very well with the lady fingers.
- Cover the pan with a lid and cook the lady finger on a low flame. Do not add any water in the pan.
- After every 3 to 4 minutes, do check the lady finger and stir again, so that the lady finger does not get browned or burnt and are uniformly cooked.
- Cook till the lady finger is tender and done. Cooking lady finger takes about 14 to 15 minutes on a low flame.
- Then add 1/2 tsp garam masala powder. Mix very well. Switch off the flame.
- Lastly add 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves. Stir and mix again.
- Serve ladies finger fry hot or warm with phulkas or chapatis or paratha. It can also be served as a side dish with dal rice or rasam rice or sambar rice.
- You can also pack it in lunch box with a side of roti or bread or paratha.
Notes
- Use fresh and tender okra pods for best texture and flavor.
- The recipe quantity can be easily doubled or tripled for more servings.
- Adjust spice levels and types according to your taste preferences.
- Ensure the okra is completely dry before cooking to prevent sliminess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2to 3
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1256mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 412mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1070IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 33.4mg | 37% |
| Calcium | 109mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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