Chai Pani's Matchstick Okra Fries Spicewalla Team 7/15/2019 Share Pin Tweet Okra's been misunderstood for too long! Sure, it gets a âslimyâ label, but with the right prep, itâs crispy, flavorful, and totally crave-worthy. Just ask Chef Meherwan Irani, who grew up dodging okra until his mom's recipe changed the game. She sliced it thin, fried it up, and sprinkled on lime juice and chaat masala for a tangy kick. Now, those famous okra fries are a Chai Pani staple, praised by food lovers everywhere. Canât make it to the restaurant? No worriesâyou can recreate the magic at home and give okra the love it deserves! Ingredients 1 lb. okra Approximately 2 quarts canola oil, for frying 1 tsp. Spicewalla Sicilian Sea Salt, plus more to taste 1 tsp. Spicewalla Chaat Masala, plus more to taste Juice of 1 lime Shop the Recipe Chaat Masala $11.99 Sicilian Sea Salt $6.99 Print Preparation Julienne okra lengthwise, cutting it into thin strips about the width of shoestring fries. In a stockpot or deep fryer, heat canola oil over medium-high. Once the oil reaches 350°F, add the okra in small batches, taking care not to crowd the pot. Using a skimmer or tongs, gently turn the okra to ensure even cooking. Fry 2-3 minutes or until the okra is lightly browned, and then remove it to a paper towel using a skimmer or slotted spoon. The okra should be crispy but not dark. Once the paper towel has soaked up some of the excess oil, place the hot okra in a bowl and toss with salt, chaat masala, and lime juice. (Squeeze just half the lime at first, and then increase the amounts of salt and lime juice to taste.) Shop the Recipe Chaat Masala $11.99 Sicilian Sea Salt $6.99 chai-time gluten-free Side snack southeast-asian Vegan Vegetarian 1 Comment Canât wait to try these. Love fried okra. Match stick Okra is ne Sea Cie Knight on August 09, 2022 Add a Comment Name Email Message Please note, comments must be approved before they are published