Has a subtle flavor enhanched by the spices here.Serve as part of a vegetarian meal with dal, rice bread, raita and chutney, or even still just as a side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Chili powder, plus
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground turmeric
• 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt 1 lb Okra, trimmed
• 6 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 cups Roughly chopped onions
•  1 tablespoon Water (optional)
• 1/4 cup Finely chopped fresh coriander, for garnish
  2 Lemons, quatered for garnish
  

Preparation

• In a small bowl combine the chili powder, turmeric, coriander, and salt.
• With a sharp knife, cut lenth wish slit in each okra pod, taking care not to cut completely through.
• Stuff each pod with a little of the spice mixture.
• In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over high heat.
• Add onions and cook, stiring constanly,12 minutes, or until browned.
• Reduce the heat to low and add the okra.
• Add the water if the mixture seems to dry.
• Cook ,Covered 10 minutes, or until the okra is tender but still retains it's color.
• Serve garnish with fresh coriander and lemons.