Okra Curry
A quick, home-style okra curry with tender okra, soft tomatoes, and a hint of sesame. Ready in about 35 minutes, this is a comforting weeknight dish that pairs perfectly with rice or flatbread.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- 1 lb okra
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 medium tomato
- 1 green chili pepper
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Wash and dry the 1 lb okra thoroughly, then trim the stems and slice into 1/2 inch rounds. Set aside.
- 2
Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 sliced onion and 1 chopped green chili, cook until soft and golden, about 6 minutes.
- 3
Add the okra and 1 tsp salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until okra is tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- 4
Add 2 chopped tomatoes and 1 tsp ground turmeric. Stir and cook until tomatoes break down into a thick sauce, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Sprinkle 1 tbsp sesame seeds over the curry and stir to combine. Cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
- 6
Remove from heat and serve hot with rice or flatbread.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
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