Okra Masala in Yogurt Recipe
 
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Recipe type: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
  • Oil- 2 tbsp
  • Mustard seeds- 1 tsp
  • Cumin seeds- 1 tsp
  • Whole dry red chili- 2
  • Curry leaves- 1 sprig
  • Tomatoes, chopped- 1
  • Okra, cut into 1 inch round- 15
  • Chili powder- 1 tsp
  • Turmeric powder- ⅛ tsp
  • Coriander powder- 1 tsp
  • Garam masala- ¾ tsp
  • Salt- 1 tsp
  • Yogurt- 1 cup
Instructions
  1. Cut the okra into 1 inch rounds, keep aside.
  2. Place a non-stick pan over medium heat, add oil. Let oil turn hot.
  3. Add mustards seeds, let it splutter.
  4. Add cumin seeds, dry red chili and curry leaves, saute for a few seconds.
  5. Add chopped tomatoes, saute till slightly cooked.
  6. Add okra, saute till they are no longer sticky. If it's getting dry add ¼ cup water and keep sautéing.
  7. Let the okra turn slightly browned.
  8. Add chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala and salt. Combine well.
  9. Turn off the heat and keep the pan on the stove.
  10. Beat the yogurt well using a whisk. Add the beaten yogurt to the okra masala and combine well.
  11. Do not heat the yogurt, it will curdle.
  12. Taste and add more salt if needed.
  13. Once the yogurt has mixed well with the masala, remove the pan from the stove. Keep covered for a few minutes.
  14. Serve as a side dish along with rice or roti.
Recipe by Cooking with Thas - Smart Cooking, Smart Living at https://thasneen.com/cooking/okra-masala-in-yogurt-recipe/