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Stuffed Okra

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This Indian main features Fresh okra, washed & dried, Whole coriander seeds, . The flavors come together beautifully. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 78.5
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This Indian main features Fresh okra, washed & dried, Whole coriander seeds, . The flavors come together beautifully. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pound Fresh okra, washed & dried
  • 2 tablespoon Whole coriander seeds,
Directions
  1. 1
    coarsely crushed 1 tb Whole cumin seeds - coarsely crushed 2 ts Fennel seeds 1/2 ts Black pepper 1 tb Garam masala 1/4 ts Cayenne 1/8 ts Asafetida 1/2 ts Turmeric 1 tb Ground almonds 1/2 tb Lemon juice 5 tb Ghee 1/2 ts Salt
  2. 2
    Slice the stems off the okra & the very tip at the other end.
  3. 3
    Slit each pod lengthwise, leaving 1/4-inch unslit at both ends.
  4. 4
    Be careful not to cut the pods completely in half.
  5. 5
    Combine the crushed coriander, cumin & fennel seeds with the balck pepper, garam masala, cayenne, asafetida, almonds, lemon juice & 2 tb of ghee.
  6. 6
    Blend well, using your fingers if necessary till you have a dry oatmeal type texture.
  7. 7
    Using a butter knife, put about a 1/4 ts of the stuffing into each okra pod, then press the edges closed &
  8. 8
    set aside covered till you are ready to
  9. 9
    cook .
  10. 10
    Place the rest of the ghee in a large skillet & heat till hot.
  11. 11
    Add the stuffed okra pods & spread out in one layer.
  12. 12
    Keeping the heat moderate, cook for 5 minutes, covered.
  13. 13
    Gently turn the okra to ensure even cooking.
  14. 14
    Continue this for 20 to 25 minutes or until the okra is completely cooked.
  15. 15
    Place the okra on paper towels & toss with salt.
  16. 16
    Serve piping hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 78.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.6g3%
Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 16.1mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 16.9g6%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g35%
Sugars 2.6g
Protein 4.3g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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