Bhindi Gujarati/Gujarati style Okra Subji

This is a Gujarati style preparation of okra with spices,gram flour and grated coconut.

Ingredients

1. Okra(Bhindi/Vendakka) – 500 gms
2. Turmeric powder –1/2 tsp
3. Red chilly Powder – 1 tsp
4. Coriander powder – 1 1/2 tbsp
5. Garam masala powder –1/2 tsp
6. Grated coconut – 1 tbsp
7. Coriander leaves(chopped) – 2 tbsp
8. Bengal Gram Flour(Besan/Kadala maavu) – 1 tbsp
9. Mustard seeds –1/2 tsp
10. Fenugreek seeds(uluva) –1/4 tsp
11. Asafoetida powder (kaayam) – 1/4 tsp
12. Salt
13. Sugar –1tsp
14. Oil – 3tsbp
15. Coriander leaves – to garnish
16. Grated Coconut – to garnish

Preparation

1. Wash okra well and wipe off with a clean towel. Trim both the ends.slit length wise and cut into medium pieces.
2. In a bowl mix turmeric powder,chilly powder,coriander powder,sugar, garam masala powder,grated coconut,coriander leaves,besan and salt.
3. Heat oil in a pan.Splutter mustard seeds, fenugreek seeds,asafoetida powder.Once it is done, add chopped okra pieces.
4. Stir well and cook on low flame till okra is done.Take care not to get okra burned.
5. Finally add the  spicy powder mix to it and stir well. Cook on low flame for 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove from fire.
7. Garnish with coriander leaves and grated coconut.

Recipe Source: Vanitha Magazine 2011