Title: Okra with Mustard Seeds
Categories: Side Ethnic Vegetable
Yield: 4 Servings

1	lb	Fresh okra
1	tb	Black mustard seeds
1	ts	Yellow mustard seeds
1/2	ts	Turmeric
1/2	ts	Cayenne
1	ts	Salt
3	tb	Oil
1/8	ts	Nigella seed*
2		Fresh hot chiles

Wash okra & pat it dry. Cut off the very tips of the pods & peel the cone shaped top.

Grind the mustard seeds & put into a bowl. Add turmeric, cayenne, salt & 1/2 c water. Stir into a paste, adding a little more water if necessary.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add nigella seeds & 10 seconds later add okra. Stir fry for 10 minutes. Add spice paste & chiles. Bring to a simmer. Cover, lower heat & simmer gently for 5 to 8 minutes or until the okra is tender.

Madhur Jaffrey, "A Taste of India"

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