Indian Curried Okra

When you think of okra, you usually think of Southern food, but it's really tasty when curried up Indian style.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb okra
• 1⁄3 cup  vegetable oil
• 1  medium onion, finely chopped
• 1  teaspoon chili powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon turmeric
• 2  medium tomatoes, quartered
• 1  tablespoon garam masala
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cardamom
• 1  pinch nutmeg
•  salt, to taste

Directions

1. Remove the stemsfrom the okra and cut into 1-in. slices.
2. Heat the oil in a frying pan, then add the onion and cook for about 10 minutes. Add the okra, chili powder, turmeric, tomato, and salt, and cook, covered, for about a half hour (until the okra is tender).
3. Add the garam masala, cardamom, and nutmeg, and continue cooking, stirring frequently, for another couple of minutes. Serve hot.