Bhindi Basar

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Ingredients

250 grams	bhindi (okra)
2 tablespoons	mustard oil
1 teaspoon	cumin seeds
2 medium	onions, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1	green chili, finely chopped
1	tomato, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	amchur (dried mango powder)
—	salt to taste
2 tablespoons	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the bhindi thoroughly and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Cut off the tops and tails, then slice them into 1-inch pieces.
2. 2 Heat mustard oil in a pan until it starts to smoke slightly, then reduce the heat to medium.
3. 3 Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
4. 4 Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
5. 5 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Stir well to combine the spices with the onions.
6. 6 Add the chopped green chili and tomato. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the tomato softens.
7. 7 Add the sliced bhindi to the pan. Mix well to coat the bhindi with the spice mixture.
8. 8 Cover the pan and cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bhindi is tender and cooked through.
9. 9 Sprinkle amchur powder and salt to taste. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
10. 10 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.