Okra, also known as lady’s finger or vendakkai, is a popular vegetable used in South Indian cuisine. It is often used in stir-fries like this vendakkai stir fry recipe. Okra is known for its unique texture and flavor, making it a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal. Enjoy this vendakkai stir fry as a side dish with rice or roti for a tasty and satisfying meal.
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Okra (Vendaikai) Stir Fry
5
servings10
minutes20
minutesDiscover the delicious flavors of Okra with this South Indian vendakkai stir fry recipe. Perfect as a side dish with rice or roti.
Ingredients
Vendaikai – 10 or 15
Onion – 1 (medium size)
Tomato – 1
Red Chilli Powder – 1 teaspoon
Coriander Powder – 2 teaspoons
Turmeric Powder – ¼ teaspoon
Oil – 2 tablespoons
Mustard – ½ teaspoon
Jeera – ½ teaspoon
Curry leaves – few
Salt – ½ teaspoon or as per taste
Directions
- Wash and pat the okra dry. Cut it into 2-inch pieces on a slight diagonal.
- Slice the onion and tomato lengthwise.
- Heat one or two teaspoons of oil in a tawa and add the okra pieces. Fry over medium heat until light brown spots appear on the okra. Remove and set aside.
- In the same tawa, add the remaining oil. Once hot, add mustard seeds. As they pop, add cumin and curry leaves. Follow with the chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent. Add the fried okra, red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric, and salt. Stir well to combine. Finally, mix in the tomato pieces and cook for a few more seconds before removing from heat.
- Serve as an accompaniment to rice or chapati.