Okra(Lady's Finger Masala)

INGREDIENTS:

Okra- 2 pounds or about 1/2 kgs
Red Onions- 1 big onion cut into small cubes
Tomatoes-2 small, cut into small cubes
Fennel Seeds or Saunf- 1 tsp

Garlic cloves- 4 to 6 nos, cut into small cubes
Curry leaves- 1stalk
Turmeric powder- 1/2 tsp
Chilli powder- 2 tbsp or more depending on spice level
Coriander powder- 1 tsp
Cumin seeds powder- 1 tsp
Asafoetida- (optional)


PROCEDURE:

1. In a pan with oil, add fennel seeds and curry leaves and allow to splutter.
2. Now add the cut onions and garlic and saute till golden brown.Now add the tomatoes and mix well to cook.
3. Add the Okra or lady's finger with some salt and allow to cook well till the slimy texture reduces.
4. Now add all the curry powders and fry till the consistency of consistency. Some people leave it a little gravy and some people like the lady's finger to be crisp.
5. Serve with hot chapathis or rice with any curry and enjoy! 

TIPS:

1. You can also add some sambar powder for some extra flavor. 
2. If you want you can add some garam masala powder.