Ladies Finger

How to Prepare

1. Wash and cut ladies finger into small pieces (about 1 inch long).
2. Pressure cook toor dal with turmeric powder for 3 whistles or until soft, then mash it lightly.
3. In a blender, grind grated coconut, cumin seeds, and green chilies into a fine paste with a little water.
4. Heat oil in a kadai, add mustard seeds, and let them splutter. Then add urad dal and curry leaves, sauté until dal turns golden.
5. Add chopped ladies finger to the kadai and sauté for 5-7 minutes on medium heat until slightly tender.
6. Add the mashed dal, coconut paste, and salt to the kadai. Mix well and add water to adjust consistency (should be semi-thick).
7. Let the kootu simmer for 8-10 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
8. Turn off the heat and serve hot with rice or roti.