Okra Fry

Ingredients

• 10 to 12 okra/bhendi
• 1 sprig of curry leaves (leaves separated)
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp grated jaggery
• 2 to 3 green chillies
• 5 tbsp grated fresh coconut
• Salt to taste
• Vegetable oil

Method

1. Wash okra and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Remove the stem and cut the okra in bite size pieces
2. In  a non-stick  pan add 1 tbsp of oil, when the oil is hot add mustard seeds, when the seeds crackle add curry leaves and green chillies and roast.
3. Add okra and roast for some time, cook covered on low flame till okra is cooked completely. (If the okra is sticking to the pan you can sprinkle 1 tsp of water and cook covered. Do not add more water )
4. Add turmeric powder, salt, jaggery and mix well.
5. Add grated coconut and mix well.
6. Serve hot with rice or roti.