Okra stir Fry

Okra (we call it as Ladies Finger in India) is my girls' favorite vegetable. Hence, I make it at least once a week.  Quick and easy, this Indian spiced stir-fry is a delicious side dish. Enjoy!

Ingredients

Okra - 1 lb
Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp
Urad dhal - 1/2 tsp
Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
Green chillies (optional) 
Curry leaves
Salt

Method
 
Wash Okra and drain the water completely and set them aside for 30 minutes.  The Okra has to be dry before cooking.  Cut Okra in 1/2 " circles.

Heat 3 tsp of Oil in a pan and add the mustard seeds and Urad dhal.  When the mustard seeds splutter, add the green chillies and curry leaves.  Add Okra, salt and turmeric powder and stir well. Cook on medium heat until the Okra is tender.  Keep stirring it frequently.

 
You can serve the Okra as a side dish to any Rice dish or Meat. Enjoy!