Step 1

Wash okra and pat dry. Leave on a kitchen towel for a few hours to ensure that it's completely dry.

Step 2

When okra gets dry, chop off the head and pointed tip and then cut them into medium size pieces.

Step 3

Heat oil in a cooking pot and add cumin seeds.

Step 4

When the cumin seeds start spluttering, add sliced onion and cook until it starts turning brown.

Step 5

Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and coriander powder. Saute for a few seconds.

Step 6

Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies. Cook for 4-5 minutes on medium flame or until the tomatoes turn mushy and are nicely cooked.

Step 7

Next, add chopped okra. Cook on a medium flame for around 15 minutes or until okra gets nicely cooked and becomes slime free. Gently stir occasionally after every 5-6 minutes to avoid burning.

Step 8

Once okra is cooked, add salt and mix. Cook for another minute.

Step 9

Finally, add garam masala. Mix and switch off the stove.