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fried okra

Fried Okra

Rahul
A spin on Classic Southern Fried Okra done with Indian flavors.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Gram Flour/ Besan
  • 1/2 lb Okra/ Bhindi
  • 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Roasted Cumin Seeds
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • Oil for Frying

Instructions
 

  • Wash okra under running water and dry them completely.
  • Slice off the tops & cut each in 1” long pieces.
  • Dry roast the cumin seeds. Set aside to cool.
  • In a bowl combine gram flour, salt, turmeric, red chili powder and the roasted cumin seeds. Add water to make a smooth batter.
  • Heat oil in a pan. Dip the okra in the batter to get an even coating and add it to the hot oil.
  • Fry until golden brown.
  • Drain on absorbent paper.
  • Serve hot with Mint chutney or Ketchup.

Notes

TIP: This recipe can also me made using gram flour, salt, water and minced chillies instead of red chilli powder.