Afghan

Afghan-Style Fried Okra

Name: Afghan-Style Fried Okra
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Afghan
Ingredients: 1 cup okra, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 cup chickpea flour; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp turmeric; 1/2 tsp red chili powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup water; oil for frying

Crispy fried okra coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter, a popular Afghan side dish.

20 minutes4 servings

Method

In a bowl, mix chickpea flour, cumin, turmeric, chili, and salt.
Add water to make a thick batter, then coat the okra pieces.
Heat oil in a pan, and fry the okra until golden and crispy.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Sides Vegetarian

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