Bendi fry

   
   Ingredients - Serves around 4 people         
   
   Bendi/Ladies Finger/Okra 1/4 kg  cut into thin round shape.
   Tamarind marble size( soaked in water & squeezed)
   Oil 3 table spoon
   Mustard seeds 1/2 tsp
   Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp
   Curry leaves
   Vangi bath powder 3tsp (Mtr or recipe available in blog)
   Salt to taste
   Grated coconut 2-3 tsp

Procedure

• Heat oil in kadai. Add mustard seeds. Allow to splutter.
• Add turmeric powder, curry leaves and Bende. Fry in low flame for 3-4 min.
• Add tamarind juice (this avoids sticking) and fry until soft.
• Add vangi bath powder, grated coconut and salt to taste. Mix well
• Serve with rice or chapati.
• Variation/Tips: Capsicum and onion can be added while frying before adding Bende.
• Instead of vangi bath powder, red chilli powder & Garam masala powder (1/2 tsp each) can be used.
• Crushed tofu can be mixed to enhance the taste as a healthier option.
• While frying mix 2-3 tsp of curds to avoid okra becoming gummy.
• Before cutting okra wipe water completely with cloth to prevent it from being sticky.