Sri Lankan

Cilantro and Chili Sri Lankan Spiced Okra Stir-Fry

Name: Cilantro and Chili Sri Lankan Spiced Okra Stir-Fry
Total time: 17 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Sri Lankan
Ingredients: 200g okra, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 tbsp oil; 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; 1/2 tsp mustard seeds; 1/4 tsp turmeric powder; 1/2 inch ginger, finely chopped; 3 shallots, chopped; 1/2 tsp red chili powder; 1/2 tsp garam masala; 2 tbsp chopped cilantro; 1/4 tsp red chili powder

Adds fresh herbal notes with a spicy kick.

17 minutes2 servings

Method

Mix cilantro and additional chili powder into the okra.
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan and add cumin and mustard seeds.
When seeds crackle, add turmeric, ginger, and shallots. Cook until shallots turn translucent.
Add okra and stir well to coat in spices.
Cook uncovered until okra is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
Season with red chili powder and garam masala. Mix well and serve.

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