Myanmar - Okra

Okra

For good results, a wok or heavy, deep frying pan with rounded bottom should be used to facilitate tossing of vegetables over high heat.

Ingredients

-       3 cups cut or 10 young plants okra

-       1 small onion

-       1 tablespoon oil

-       Salt to taste

-       1/2 teaspoon curry powder (optional)

Directions

-       Wash okra whole.

-       Place a few minutes on a warm lid to dry.

-       Cut in 3/4-inch long pieces.

-       Slice onion.

-       Heat oil; fry onion till clear.

-       Add okra and toss.

-       Add salt, stir, and cook about 2 minutes.

-       Sprinkle curry powder over, toss again, and serve.