Stuffed Okra (Barava Bhindi)

Ingredients :

• Okra (Bhindi) - 1/4 Kg



• Asafoetida - 1 Pinch



• Mustard seeds - 1/4 Tsp



• Oil - 1 tbsp

For the stuffing:

• Fresh coconut - 1 tbsp



• Peanut powder - 1/4 cup



• Garlic cloves - 2-3



• Coriander powder - 1 tsp



• Cumin powder - 1/2 tsp



• Turmeric powder - 1 Pinch



• Chili powder - 1 Tsp



• Lemon juice/tamarind pulp - 1 Tsp



• Salt



• Coriander leaves/cilantro.

Procedure :

1. Wash okra and pat dry, remove the stems and trim tails. Give vertical slits to the okra.



2. For the stuffing, Mix peanut powder, coconut, crushed garlic, coriander powder, cumin powder, chili powder, turmeric powder, lemon juice, chopped coriander leaves and salt.



3. Stuff each okra with the mixture. Keep aside.



4. Heat oil in a pan.



5. Add mustard seeds to splutter.



6. Add asafoetida.



7. Add stuffed okra and toss gently.



8. Sprinkle remaining masala on top.



9. Fry for sometime. Cook over low heat without the lid.



10. Keep tossing occasionally until the okra is well done and crisp.



11. Serve hot with chapati.