A tangy and spicy okra dish.

Bendakaya Pulusu (Tangy Okra Gravy Curry)

Описание:

"Pulusu" is a Telugu word for stew, which is typically prepared in Andhra Pradesh state of Southern India. This preparation, which is tamarind based gravy, provides a tangy flavor to vegetables cooked in it. Bendakaya pulusu is a simple recipe of okra cooked in tamarind sauce where the flavor of okra is brought out well in this tangy gravy dish. The simplicity and flavor of this dish is accentuated by the distinct tangy flavor from the tamarind and other spices. Serve this dish with steamed rice.

You'll Need:

450 g Okra, chopped
115 g Yellow lentils
1 Unripe mango, peeled and stoned
2 pieces Medium-sized onions, sliced
2 pieces Fresh red chilies, seeded and sliced
1 piece Tomato, sliced
3 tbsp Vegetable oil
2 tbsp Fresh coriander, chopped
1 1/2 tsp Chili powder
1 tsp Ginger, crushed
1 tsp Garlic, crushed
1 tsp Ground coriander
1/2 tsp Onion seeds
1/2 tsp Ground fenugreek
1/4 tsp Ground turmeric



Procedures : *

Wash lentils thoroughly and put in a saucepan with just enough water to cover, then bring to a boil and cook until soft but not mushy, drain and set aside.
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Heat oil in a wok and add the onion seeds and fry until they begin to pop, then add the onions and fry till golden brown.
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Lower the heat and add ginger, garlic, chili powder, ground turmeric, ground fenugreek, and ground coriander.
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Slice the mango, then add with the okra, Stir well and add the red chilies and fresh coriander. and continue to stir for approx. 3 minutes or until the okra is well cooked.
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Stir in the cooked lentils and sliced tomato, then cooked for another 3 minutes.
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Serve immediately.