2 lbs okra 1½ teaspoons garam masala ½ teaspoon red chili powder ½ teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon coriander powder 2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed in a mortar & pestle 2 teaspoons mango powder (Amchoor) 1 tablespoon tawa fry masala (MDH) 2-3 tablespoons oil, to shallow fry Salt to taste 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions:
1. Wash and dry okra. Cut the head and tail of each okra, and slit it in the center lengthwise, without cutting through the entire length. 2. Mix all the dry spices in a bowl to create the masala filling. Stuff the filling in each okra and keep it aside. 3. Heat oil in a wok or a pan and add the okra once the oil is hot. Add lemon juice to keep the color bright green. 4. Fry the okra covered for 10-15 minutes on low to medium heat. Then cook without the lid on to add crispiness. 5. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and green chilies. Serve with parathas or rotis.
To cook sabzi style dishes in the air fryer, chop things a little smaller than you would for stovetop cooking. In this preparation, I cut the bell peppers and onions smaller than usual.
Prepare the tadka: In a small pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Add chopped onions and sauté until they are translucent and lightly browned. Add chopped garlic, ginger, and green chili (if using). Cook for another minute. Stir in the tomato paste, salt, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Cook for about 2 minutes, until the mixture is fragrant.
