It is long since I posted an Okra recipe here. However, bhindi dishes feature quite regularly in our weekly menu, considering that it is my daughter's favorite vegetable. Very often, I just stir fry it with all the powders thrown in without any chopped onions. This time, I felt like doing something different with it. As I start my 3 week vacation tomorrow, I was trying to finish everything lying in the refrigerator. Of course, I did make a lot of other things, which I will post later, but I so wanted to post this Okra with Coconut and Tamarind Masala as seen in the picture.
You will need:
Okra/ lady's finger - 250 gms
Coconut - grated - 1/2-3/4 cup
Tamarind - one small lemon sized ball OR 3-4 tbsp paste
Ginger - peeled and pounded - 2 tbsp
Green chilly - sliced - 1
Cumin seeds - 2 tsp
Coriander powder - 1/2 tsp
Red chilly powder - 1/2 tsp
Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp
Curry leaves - 1 strand
Hing/ Asafeotida - 1/4 tsp
Oil - 2 tsp
Salt - to taste
Method:
- Grind coconut, cumin seeds, green chilly, tamarind paste and ginger into a coarse mixture
- Heat oil in a pan, splutter mustard seeds, add the asafeotida and curry leaves
- Add the turmeric, red chilly, and coriander powders, slightly roast for 2 seconds, and add the cut okra pieces, mix well
- Cook covered for 3-5 minutes, add salt, mix well, and leave on low flame for the okra to be cooked
- When the okra gets cooked, add the ground masala, and stir well without breaking the okra pieces
Serve with hot rice/ chapathi
Note: Unfortunately, A did not like it this way. If you have children who do not enjoy vegetables with coconut, do refrain from making this for them:-(
39 comments:
Okra in any form is loved by me.....this is a tangy version....looks inviting...
Looks nice and different...Enjoy your vacation dear ;) ...heheh
I love okra made in any form..Looks tangy and delicious..
Surely tamarind is gonna make a lot of difference..Luv ur recipe...
i've never tried okra :( they don't sell it at my grocery store. this looks like a delicious dish.
Looks yummy :-)
I love okra and tamar so it should be delicious for me
This is a very nice recipe. Looks so good.
Enjoy...
lovely curry Shreya! yummy.
okra curry sounds interesting. Shall give it a try next time.
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love this version of okra..picture looks tempting too..
vendakka aviyal, we call this :) i have posted it on my blog actually!
I love okra and coconut combo... in fact I love coconut with anything :)
I never had okra and I have the felling I'm missing big time. Sounds delicious!
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hey makes with coconut but never tried adding tamarind to a dry fry curry......should make a note of it
Masala Bhendi with coconut sounds spicy.Nice one ,Shreya:)
I have never tried okra with coconut, will try your recipe and tell you how it turned out for me. Have a happy vaccation :)
Apt side dish for chapathis, loved it Shreya. You have an award on my blog
okra and coconut combination is new to me. thanks for sharing.
Whew great looking Okra, I usually make a gravy with most of the ingredients that you say but I think Okra would taste even better your way...
i love okra in any form .. looks delicious
The only time I ever have okra is in the Indian restaurants here, it's hard to find in the supermarkets. This looks fabulous and I would love mine with some coconut!
bindi is ll time fav..lov them at any time..
I absolutley love okra. I think it's misunderstood, like a forgotten veggie. I usually have it with a bit of a Southern style, so this coconut mix sounds exciting. Next time okra is in town, I'm going Indian on it :)
I love okra in any form..Love the combination of masala in this dish.
Shreya, the okra looks delicious. Thanks for the recipe: I just have to try this.
Hope you enjoy your time away.
Your okra looks delish. :-)
I have been wanting to try okra for a while.
delish... okra and coconut both r my fav
Okra with coconut..interetsing. have not tried this. I guess will like it.
A lovely way to cook Okra...
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Lovely okra...wish you a very Happy Diwali!
You know I have yet to master okra! Your recipe seems like a nice place to start. It looks good!
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