Okra Paruppu Usili

In a pan simmer the dal till dry and till it resembles bread crumbs. Keep aside.

Heat oil in a pan and temper with mustard seeds, red chilli and cumin seeds. Allow it to splutter. Add the chana dal, urad dal, curry leaves and green chilies. Saute for a few seconds.

Then add the okra, salt and turmeric powder. Mix well and cook, covered on a low flame till the okras turns soft.

Now add the dried dal and lime juice and toss well.

Garnish with coriander leaves and coconut. Serve as a side dish with rice or chapatis.