Wash and wipe the lady's finger dry.
Chop into thin circles and allow to dry, this makes sure it doesn't turn slimy
Heat a Kadai with oil, add cumin seeds and saute for few minutes.
Add the finely chopped onions, saute till it turns colour.
Add ginger-garlic paste and continue sauteeing, at this stage add the chopped okra.
Next add salt, turmeric and mix well.
Let it get cooked on low flame and do not cover the kadai.
Add red chili powder and mix well.
When the bhindi is well coated add the tomato puree and combine well.
Next, add the coriander powder and curry leaves, and coriander leaves.
Simmer for 10 mins until bhindi is well mixed and cooked. This takes about 20 mins.
Serve with rice or roti.