Okra Bamia Recipe

Ingredients

• 13 Bhindi (Lady Finger/Okra)
• 4 Tomatoes blanched, skin removed and blend to a paste
• 1 Onion chopped
• 2 Garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder (Dhania)
• 1/2 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Salt to taste

Steps

1. To begin making Okra Bamia recipe, first heat oil in a saucepan and let it heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and sauté till the onion becomes translucent.
3. Add the coriander powder, chilli powder and okra and stir fry for a minute.
4. Add about 1 cup of water to the okra and add salt.
5. Bring it to a boil and cook for another 2-3 minute.
6. Now add the tomato paste and stir it, cook the mixture with the lid on top at a low heat.
7. Wait till the okra is cooked and see to that the sauce is thick.
8. Add the lime juice and give it a good mix.
9. Butter Garlic Naan or Saffron Pilaf can be served with Bamia Okra Recipe.