How To: Make Indian bhindi masala (spicy okra)

Got a hankering for Indian food? Then step away from the curry for once and try a different taste of India tonight: This spicy okra dish. Called Indian bhindi masala, this dish combines healthy and crunchy okra with signature Indian spices like cumin seed, tumeric, and red chili powder for a bonanza of a taste explosion.

Delicious? We think so. Try it out for yourself by checking out this food tutorial.

You will need:
1/2 lb okra
11/2 tablespoon oil
1/8 teaspoon asafetida (hing)
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon red chilly powder, adjust to taste
1/2teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
1/2teaspoon mango powder (amchoor)
1 tablespoon gram flour (basen) optional