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Serve this Bendi Goreng Belacan (Okra Belacan Stir Fry) with lots of steamed rice.
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Bendi Goreng Belacan (Okra Belacan Stir Fry)

A flavorful spice paste makes this Bendi Goreng Belacan (Okra Belacan Stir Fry) a must try. It is a delicious way to enjoy okra.
Author : Linda Ooi
Course : Side Dish
Cuisine : Malaysian
Keyword : belacan, bendi, okra
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 188kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1½ lb okra (kacang bendi) (675g)
  • 5 red chilies (seeded and cut into pieces)
  • 10 shallots or 1 medium onion (peeled and cut into pieces)
  • 3 cloves garlic (peeled)
  • 2 tbsp dried shrimp (washed and soaked for 10 minutes to soften) (30g)
  • ¾ inch cube belacan (shrimp paste), toasted
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 to 4 tbsp water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse and drain kacang bendi/okra. Remove the top and tail ends. Cut at a diagonal into 1/8 inch slices.
  • Blend red chilies, shallots, garlic, dried shrimps, and belacan with 3 tablespoons of water into a paste.
  • In a large pan or wok, heat vegetable oil. Saute blended spice paste over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes until it is fragrant.
  • Add kacang bendi/okra and fry on high heat for 5 to 6 minutes until soft and cooked through.
  • Add water and salt to taste.
  • Remove and serve immediately with steamed rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 188kcal
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