Bendikai (Okra) Gojju

Ingredients

• 250 g Okra (bhindi)
• 2 tbsp Oil
• 1 tsp Mustard seeds
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 1/4 tsp Hing (asafoetida)
• 1 tbsp Tamarind paste
• 1 tsp Red chili powder
• 1 tbsp Jaggery
• to taste Salt
• 1 tsp Oil (for masala)
• 1 tbsp Chana dal
• 1 tbsp Urad dal
• 1/2 tsp Methi seeds
• 5 leaves Curry leaves (for masala)
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
• 3 tbsp Fresh coconut (grated)

Steps

1. Wash, dry, and cut the okra. Heat 2 tbsp oil, add mustard seeds, curry leaves, hing, and okra. Fry until okra is cooked.
2. Add tamarind paste, chili powder, jaggery, and salt. Cook for a few minutes.
3. For masala: Heat 1 tsp oil, fry chana dal, urad dal, methi, curry leaves, and sesame seeds until aromatic.Grind fried spices with fresh coconut and water to make a smooth paste.
4. Add masala paste to the cooked okra, mix well, and cook for 1 minute.
5. Serve hot with rice or roti.