Serves four. Has a cook time of around thirty to forty minutes.
Vegan
Gluten-free
Full of fibre + essential vitamins. Low in saturated fat and absolutely delicious.
chop four mugs okra / fine chop one white onion / mince two tsp garlic / mince two tsp ginger / fine chop small handful of coriander / chop two large tomatoes / tsp tomato purée / tsp coriander powder / half tsp turmeric / half tsp garam masala / half tsp fenugreek leaves (or powder) / tsp sea salt / tbsp coconut oil
+ Heat oil in large frying pan.
+ Rinse okra well, then pat dry to remove moisture.
+ Add onions to the hot oil and fry until dark golden.
+ Add garlic and ginger, fry for two minutes.
+ Add dry spices, stirring for one minute, then tomato purée. Combine on a low heat for one more minute.
+ Increase heat to medium, add okra and fry for five or so minutes.
+ Now add the chopped tomatoes and simmer for two more minutes.
+ Add half a mug of water to the pan, bring to a boil, then down to simmer. Cook for ten minutes, stirring regularly. It should be a dry sauce, taking care not to burn. Add a little more water if needed.
+ Serve with chopped coriander.