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Vendakkai, also known as okra or ladies finger, is a popular vegetable used in various cuisines around the world, particularly in Indian cuisine. It is rich in Vitamins, folate, antioxidants and dietary fiber making it a healthy addition to any meal. Vendakkai can be used in a variety of recipes such as stir fries, sambar, curry, and pickles.
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Recipe
Ingredients
Vendakkai (Okra)
250 grams
mustard seeds
1 tsp
urad dal
1/2 tsp
asafoetida (hing)
1/4 tsp
onion, chopped
1
tomato, chopped
1
green chilies, slit
2
tsp turmeric powder
1/4
tsp chili powder
1/2
tsp coriander powder
1/2
Salt to taste
tbsp oil
2
Directions
Step 1:
First, clean and cut the vendakkai into thin slices.
Step 2:
Now, heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, on spluttering add urad dal and hing and sauté until it turns golden brown.
Step 3:
Next, add the chopped onions, green chilies and sauté until onions turn clear.
Step 4:
Then add the chopped tomatoes and spice powders (turmeric powder, chili powder, coriander powder) and salt, sauté well until the tomatoes cook nicely and raw smell goes away.
Step 5:
Now add the sliced vendakkai and mix everything well.
Step 6:
Sprinkle some water, cover and cook on low flame for 10-15 minutes.
Step 7:
Vendakkai recipes are generally served with roti or rice.
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