Bharli Bhendi

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Ingredients

250 grams	bhendi (okra)
2 tablespoons	oil
1 teaspoon	mustard seeds
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
1	onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons	peanuts, roasted and coarsely ground
2 tablespoons	dry coconut, grated
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1 teaspoon	garam masala
1 teaspoon	amchur (dried mango powder)
1	green chili, finely chopped
1	lemon juice
1	salt to taste
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the bhendi thoroughly and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Trim the ends and make a slit in each bhendi without cutting them into halves.
2. 2 In a bowl, mix together the peanuts, dry coconut, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, garam masala, amchur, salt, and lemon juice to form the stuffing.
3. 3 Stuff each bhendi with the prepared mixture and set aside.
4. 4 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, allowing them to splutter.
5. 5 Add the chopped onion and green chili, sauté until the onion turns translucent.
6. 6 Carefully add the stuffed bhendi to the pan, gently stirring to coat them with the onion mixture.
7. 7 Cover the pan and cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bhendi is cooked and tender.
8. 8 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.