Dahi Bhendi (Okra)

Okra/Bhendi/Lady Fingers are my hubby’s favourite so I tried this recipe as wanted something light with bit of a tangy flavour. It turned out really good and even the kids loved the flavour. It’s a good accompaniment to eat with rice or roti. 

Ingredients:

300- 400g Baby okra 

1 tbsp ghee

2 onions, sliced finely

3 red chillies

1/2 tsp whole jeera

1/2 tsp mustard seeds

2-3 garlic pods finely chopped

1/2 inch ginger, finely chopped

6-8 curry leaves

6-8 tbsp yoghurt, beaten 

1 tsp cumin powder

1 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp turmeric powder

1 tsp Garam masala

1 green chilli, slit

Salt for seasoning

Method:

1. In a pot heat ghee, fry the okra until lightly brown. Keep aside.
2. In the same pot add a little oil. Add the whole cumin, mustard seeds and curry leaves toss until it starts to splutter.
3. Add the chopped ginger, garlic, red chillies mix and then add the onions. Fry until golden.
4. Give it a stir pour in little water if it is too thick. Add cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric and garam masala. Season as required. 
5. Pour in the yoghurt and stir well. Check for seasoning. Give it a boil and then add the okra.
6. Serve hot, enjoy with rice or roti.