OKRA IN GRATED COCONUT FRY / BENDAKAYA KOBBERA THALIMPU

INGREDIENTS: Oil, Jeera (cumin seeds), Avalu (mustard seeds), Urad dal (vudhipappu), Chenna dal (senagapappu), Salt, Green chillies, Okra / bendakaya / ladies finger, Turmeric, Fresh coconut, Coriander, Curry leaves

PREPARATION:

• Chop ladies finger into pieces
• Heat frying pan on flame
• Add 3-4 spoons of oil
• Add avalu, jeera, urad dal, chenna dal, curry leaves and fry
• Add cut green chillies and fry
• Add turmeric, salt, chopped okra and fry till cooked
• Add a spoon of curd , to avoid the stickyness / gummy nature from okra
• Finally add chopped coriander, grated coconut and mix well
• Dish out and serve
• Tastes good with rice, chapathis..