Okra curry kerala style 2023

Okra curry Kerala style

Okra Curry, also known as Vendakkai Curry, is a popular dish in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is made with okra (also known as ladies' fingers or bhindi) that is first lightly sautéed and then simmered in a flavorful coconut-based gravy. Here is a basic recipe for Okra Curry Kerala style:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb okra, washed and sliced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, finely chopped
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• Salt, to taste
• 1 cup grated coconut
• 1 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 sprig curry leaves
• 2 tbsp oil

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds, and let them crackle.
2. Add the curry leaves, and sauté for a few seconds.
3. Add the onion and sauté until they are softened.
4. Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a few seconds.
5. Add the tomato, and sauté until they are softened
6. Add the turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Sauté for a few seconds.
7. Add the grated coconut, and sauté for a couple of minutes.
8. Add the okra and enough water to make gravy.
9. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the okra is tender.
10. adjust the seasoning and serve with steamed rice or roti.

Note: In some variations add a pinch of tamarind paste or 1/4 tsp of jaggery which could be added along with tomato and turmeric powder.

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Nutrition information

The following nutrition information is for the entire recipe, based on the ingredients you provided:

• Calories: 918
• Total fat: 75g
• Saturated fat: 45g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 717mg
• Total carbohydrates: 55g
• Dietary fiber: 20g
• Sugar: 16g
• Protein: 16g

Please note that this is an estimate and may vary based on factors such as the specific ingredients used and the method of preparation.