Bende Kayi Fry

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Ingredients

250 grams	okra (bende kayi)
2 tablespoons	coconut oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	tamarind paste
1 tablespoon	jaggery, grated
—	salt to taste
1 tablespoon	fresh coconut, grated
1 tablespoon	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the okra thoroughly and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Cut them into 1-inch pieces.
2. 2 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
3. 3 Add cumin seeds and sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
4. 4 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
5. 5 Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Mix well.
6. 6 Add the okra pieces to the pan and stir to coat them with the spices.
7. 7 Cook the okra on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and slightly crispy.
8. 8 Add the tamarind paste, grated jaggery, and salt. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
9. 9 Garnish with freshly grated coconut and chopped coriander leaves before serving.