Dharosher chochori

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
tablespoonVegetable oil
1cupOnion, thinly sliced
¼teaspoonFive spice powder
¼teaspoonTurmeric
1tablespoonGinger, grated
1teaspoonGreen chile, seeded & minced
30eachesOkra pods, trimmed & cut crosswise into 2\" pieces
¼cupWater
¼teaspoonAmchoor (Mango powder)
¼teaspoonSalt

Directions

Heat 2 tb oil in a skilelt over medium low heat. Fry onion until richly browned & remove from the oil with a slotted spoon. Set aside.

Add remaining oil. Heat five spice for a few seconds. Stir in the turmeric, ginger & chile. Stir a few times. Add okra & water & slightly lower the heat. Cover & simmer until the okra is tender but not mushy. Stir often during this period. Add a little more watr if necessary to prevent sticking.

Stir in the amchoor, salt & onion. Cook, uncovered, for a minute or so. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Bharti Kirchner, "The Healthy Cuisine of India: Recipes from the Bengal Region"

* CROSSPOSTED Submitted By INTERCOOK On 11-16-95