Garlic Bhindi

Garlic Bhindi 

• R.Kulkarni M.D.

Ingredients-

•  12-15 bhindi (okra)
•   4 large cloves garlic, sliced thin
•   1 T oil
•   1 T fresh lemon juice
•   salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Instructions-

1. Wash and thoroughly dry the okra with a kitchen towel. Remove stem ends and tips and make a long slit in each bhindi.
2. Heat the oil in a nonstick pan, add the garlic and saute 4-5 seconds without browning it.
3. Add the okra, salt and saute for a few minutes till tender. Do not cover.
4. Add fresh ground pepper. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and serve hot.

Note : It is important to dry the okra well to avoid stickiness.