February 04, 2011

Benda kaya Eguru (Okra Fry)

Ingredients:
Okra - 500 gms
Oil - 1-2 tbsp
Turmeric - 1/2 tsp
Channa dal, Urad dal, mustard, cumin seeds - 1/4 tsp each
Dry red chilli- 1
Curry leaves 
 Eguru Karam - 2 tsp


For Eguru karam:
Dry red chiilies - 4-5
Salt to taste
Garlic cloves - 6-8
Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp


Method:

  • For Eguru karam: Dry roast red chillies and cool them. Grind all ingredients for eguru karam to make powder.
  • Wash and wipe the okra with dry cloth.
  • Trim the edges and Cut okra into round small pieces and spread them on paper for 30 minutes.
  • Heat the oil in kadai, add channa dal, urad dal, mustard, cumin, red chillies, curry leaves and fry for one minute.
  • Add okra pieces and fry till they are half tender then add turmeric and eguru karam.
  • Mix gently and cook till okra become tender. Stir occasionally  and gently so it will not stick to each other.
  • Serve with rice.
  • Note: Lastly you can add grated coconut or roasted peanuts if desired.

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