Stir-Fried Okra with Ginger and Cumin

Ingredients

• Okra - 300 g
• Vegetable oil - 2 tbsp
• Onion - 1 whole
• Garlic - 2 clove
• Ginger - 1 tbsp
• Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
• Red chili powder - 1/2 tsp
• Lemon juice - 1 tbsp
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1Rinse the okra and pat it completely dry with a kitchen towel to reduce sliminess, then trim the stem ends and slice into 1/2-inch pieces.
2. 2Peel and thinly slice the onion, peel and mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
3. 3Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
4. 4Add the cumin seeds to the hot oil and let them sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant.
5. 5Add the sliced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent.
6. 6Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
7. 7Sprinkle the turmeric and red chili powder into the pan and cook for 30 seconds to bloom the spices.
8. 8Add the sliced okra and salt to the skillet and stir to combine so each piece is coated with the spices and oil.
9. 9Cook the okra, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes until it is tender and the edges are lightly browned.
10. 10Remove from the heat, stir in the lemon juice, and transfer to a serving bowl; garnish with fresh coriander leaves.