Bhindi Bhaji (fried Stuffed Okra)

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 tablespoon chili powder, plus
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 lb okra, trimmed
• 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups roughly chopped onions
• 1 tablespoon water (optional)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh coriander, for garnish
• 2 lemons, quartered for garnish

Recipe

• 1 in a small bowl combine the chili powder, turmeric, coriander, and salt.
• 2 with a sharp knife, cut lengthwise slit in each okra pod, taking care not to cut completely through.
• 3 stuff each pod with a little of the spice mixture.
• 4 in a medium saucepan, heat the oil over high heat.
• 5 add onions and cook, stirring constantly, 12 minutes, or until browned.
• 6 reduce the heat to low and add the okra.
• 7 add the water if the mixture seems to dry.
• 8 cook covered 10 minutes, or until the okra is tender but still retains it's color.
• 9 serve garnished with fresh coriander and lemons.