Ingredients
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1 tablespoon chili powder, plus
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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2 teaspoons ground turmeric
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2 teaspoons ground coriander
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 lb okra, trimmed
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6 tablespoons vegetable oil
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1 tablespoon water
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1/4 cup finely chopped fresh coriander, for garnish
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1 1/2 cups roughly chopped onions
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2 lemons, quartered for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the chili powder, turmeric, coriander, and salt.
- With a sharp knife, cut lengthwise slit in each okra pod, taking care not to cut completely through.
- Stuff each pod with a little of the spice mixture.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over high heat.
- Add onions and cook, stirring constantly, 12 minutes, or until browned.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the okra.
- Add the water if the mixture seems to dry.
- Cook covered 10 minutes, or until the okra is tender but still retains it's color.
- Serve garnished with fresh coriander and lemons.