Indian Stuffed Okra

From The Indian Epicure, Meera Taneja, Mills and Boon Limited.

Also known as Bhindi Masalawale.

Ingredients

1 lb. okra
3 T dried mango powder
1 T ground coriander
1 t chili powder
1 t ground cumin
3 t . oil
2 medium tomatoes
Salt
Large pinch of dried mint

Directions

Wash and dry okra thoroughly and cut off the stalks and tips. Make a slit in the center of each. Mix dry ingredients together in a bowl and stuff the mixture into the slit. Heat the oil in a heavy frying pan and gently add the stuffed okra. cover and braise until soft, occasionally turning gently. Serve sprinkled with some finely chopped tomatoes.

Jim Plank

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