Bhindi Subji (Okra and Tomatoes)


Course : Indian
Serves: 4
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Ingredients:


2 pounds okra -- fresh or thawed

4 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 medium onion -- minced

4 cloves garlic

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

2 medium green chiles -- (optional), chopped

1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves -- chopped

1/4 teaspoon turmeric

16 ounces stewed tomatoes -- (1 can=8 oz)

2 tablespoons vinegar

1/2 cup water

1 tablespoon ground black pepper

1 dash salt
 

Preparation / Directions:


Wipe okra gently with moist kitchen towel. Cut each into 4 pieces and set aside. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Add onions, garlic, cumin seed, chiles, and coriander leaves. Sauté 4 to 5 mins. Add turmeric. Stir once or twice. Add tomatoes, vinegar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer 15 minutes. Add okra, black pepper and salt. Cover and cook until okra is tender, about 20 minutes.


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