## Vendakkai Poriyal Recipe (South Indian Style Okra Stir Fry Spiced With Sambar Powder) (South Indian Recipes Style)
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Vendakkai Poriyal Recipe (South Indian Style Okra Stir Fry Spiced With Sambar Powder)** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **South Indian Recipes Lunch**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 10 minutes
**Cook time:** 40 minutes
**Total time:** 50 minutes
**Cuisine:** South Indian Recipes
**Course:** Lunch
**Diet:** Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Vendakkai Poriyal Recipe (South Indian Style Okra Stir Fry Spiced With Sambar Powder):
* 500 grams Bhindi (Lady Finger/Okra) – cut into rounds
* 1 teaspoon Sambar Powder
* 1/2 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
* Salt – according to taste
* Red Chilli powder – according to taste
* 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
* 1 sprig Curry leaves – roughly torn
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Vendakkai Poriyal Recipe (South Indian Style Okra Stir Fry Spiced With Sambar Powder):
1. we will be using a Wok or Kadai style pan to cook the okra.
2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in the wok; add the mustard seeds and allow it to crackle.
3. Once the mustard seed crackle, add the curry leaves and the cut Vendakkai (Okra).
4. Sprinkle some salt and cover the pan.
5. Keep the heat on medium and cook the Vendakkai (Okra), until you see its getting moist and softened (partially cooked).
6. This will take about 4 to 5 minutes.
7. As soon as you notice moisture on the Vendakkai (Okra) and it is partially cooked, place a large ladle in the wok and cover the wok again.
8. With the ladle in place and the lid slightly ajar, we are allowing the steam to escape from the wok at the same time allow the Vendakkai (Okra) to get cooked through.
9. The reason we are keeping the lid slightly ajar, is so that we are letting some moisture escape and prevent the Vendakkai (Okra) to get mushy and gooey.
10. Once you notice the Vendakkai (Okra) is cooked through and is soft, add the sambar powder, asafoetida and give it a stir.
11. Stir-fry for another 3 to 4 minutes keeping the wok open so the spices get well blended into the Vendakkai (Okra) Poriyal.
12. Once done, check the salt and spice levels and adjust to suit your taste.
### Serving Suggestions:
Serve the Vendakkai (Okra) Poriyal along with steamed rice for lunch.
### Tips for the Best Vendakkai Poriyal Recipe (South Indian Style Okra Stir Fry Spiced With Sambar Powder):
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Ensure your oil is at the correct temperature before frying; too low and food absorbs oil, too high and it burns.
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