Okra Curry (Bandakka Curry)

By S.H. Fernando Jr.

Okra Curry (Bandakka Curry)

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Okra is a popular vegetable in Sri Lanka. Preparing it in this manner minimizes the stickiness, but make sure it is well stir-fried well before adding the liquids.  

servings
4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound okra
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 -3 green chiles, sliced
  • 1 sprig of curry leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 1 tablespoon coriander powder
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup water
  • salt, to taste

Directions

  1. Wash okra, cut off tops, and slice diagonally into 1-inch pieces. Heat the oil in the pan. Sauté the onions until translucent. Add the green chiles, curry leaves, and okra and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the turmeric, fenugreek seeds, and coriander powder and toss well. Add the coconut milk, water, and salt and simmer until okra is tender, about 20 minutes.
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