Stir-fried Turmeric Okra Recipe With Coconut: Easy 5-Ingredient Bhinda Nu Shaak Recipe Vegetables Vegetarian Side Dishes

Bhinda nu shaak is an Indian okra recipe that's made with shredded coconut and spices. This easy stir-fried okra with coconut recipe is easy to make and contains healthy turmeric. 

Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 6 to 8

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 bag (12 ounces) frozen cut okra or fresh okra, sliced
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened flaked coconut or freshly grated coconut
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Here's how to make it:

1. Heat the oil in a skillet. Add the cumin seeds and cook, stirring, 30 seconds.
2. Add the okra. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes or until okra is tender and beginning to get lightly browned. 
3. Stir in the turmeric, crushed red pepper flakes, coconut and lemon juice, if using. Cook about 1 minute.

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