Quick Okra and Egg Scramble

Ingredients

• Okra (vendakka) - 8 whole
• Egg - 2 whole
• Onion - 1 whole
• Green chili - 2 whole
• Ginger - 1/2 piece
• Red chili powder - 1 tsp
• Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
• Pepper powder - 1/2 tsp
• Meat masala powder - 1 tsp
• Curry leaves
• Salt
• Oil - 3 tbsp

Instructions

1. 1Trim the stem ends of the okra, wash well, pat dry to reduce sliminess, then slice lengthwise and cut into thin slices.
2. 2Beat the eggs in a small bowl until smooth and set aside; season with salt to taste if desired.
3. 3Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat, then sauté the onion, ginger and green chili until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
4. 4Add the sliced okra, red chili powder, turmeric powder, pepper powder, meat masala powder and salt; stir to coat the okra in the spices, cover, and cook until the okra is tender.
5. 5Uncover the pan, pour in the beaten eggs, and scramble everything together until the eggs are cooked through and the mixture is dry, then remove from the heat.
6. 6Garnish with curry leaves and serve hot with steamed rice as a flavorful side.