Follow these steps for perfect results
Okra
Stem removed, cut into pieces
Coconut
Grated
Green Chilies
Finely chopped
Small Onions
Chopped
Ginger
Peeled and grated
Mustard Seeds
Urad Dal
Salt
To taste
Curry Leaves
Oil
Grind coconut, green chilies, and a little water in a mixer grinder to form a paste.
Set the coconut paste aside in a bowl.
Heat oil in a pan or kadai.
Add mustard seeds, urad dal, and curry leaves to the hot oil. Allow them to splutter.
Add chopped onions and grated ginger to the pan and sauté until the onions soften.
Add okra, curry leaves, and salt to the pan.
Cover the pan and cook until the okra is tender.
Add the coconut-green chili paste to the okra.
Mix well and cook for another 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Turn off the heat and serve hot.
Expert advice for the best results
Do not overcook the okra, or it will become slimy.
Adjust the amount of green chilies to suit your spice preference.
Use fresh curry leaves for the best flavor.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve in a bowl, garnished with a sprig of curry leaves.
Serve as a side dish with rice and sambar.
Serve as part of a Kerala Sadhya (feast).
Cools the palate and complements the spices.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A staple dish in Kerala cuisine, often served as part of a traditional Kerala Sadhya.
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