Sri Lankan ladies finger stir-fry(okra fry, Bandakka theldala).

Ingredients

• Ingredients mentioned below use standard measuring cups and spoons.
• 3-4 tablespoons of Oil
• 10-12 new lady’s fingers/Okra
• 1 large Tomato sliced
• 1 large Onion sliced
• 2 Garlic cloves finely sliced
• Pinch of Turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon chilli flecks

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash, let dry for a few minutes and cut them diagonally.

2. 2

   Place the cut Okra/Lady’s fingers in a bowl, mix a pinch of Turmeric and season with salt.

3. 3

   HOW TO GET RID OF THE SLIMY SUBSTANCE OF THE OKRA.Place a skillet over low-medium heat, non- stick would be preferable.

4. 4

   Once the skillet is warm add the Okra/ Lady’s fingers and toss them around for 3-5 minutes.

5. 5

   Remember this is to get rid of the slimy substance that would gradually stick to the pan.

6. 6

   To remove all traces of the sticky substance keep moving the okra around until the edges of the Okra are slightly brown, at this point, you will find there is no sticky ooze left.

7. 7

   Cooking the okra fry.

8. 8

   Transfer the Okra/lady’s fingers into a bowl, place the same skillet over medium heat and pour Oil followed by Onions, Garlic, Tomatoes, Salt to season. Cook until the Onions are Soft.

9. 9

   Add the Okra to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, sprinkle chilli flecks and stir-fry for another minute or until the Lady’s fingers turn soft. season with Salt if you need.

10. 10

    Serve warm with a bowl of rice.