Wash the okra. Spread okra on a clean kitchen towel and pat dry to absorb any extra moisture.

Make a vertical (lengthwise) slit on each okra, be careful not to cut through the okra. It will still be intact on the other side. Slightly open it up for stuffing.

Prepare the stuffing by mixing all the ingredients listed under stuffing until well combined.

Stuff each okra generously with the prepared stuffing (masala).

Save any leftover stuffing (masala) for later use.

Spray the air fryer basket with some cooking oil. 

Place the stuffed okra in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray okra with some cooking oil.

Air fry okra at 325F for 10 minutes. Remove the basket and check for the doneness of okra.

Change the temperature to 350 F and let it cook for 5 more minutes

Note: Different air fryer have different temperature settings. Adjust cooking time as needed.

Take out cooked crispy okra in a serving dish. Garnish with some fresh cilantro and some freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional). Serve warm.

Heat a wok / frying pan. Add couple of tablespoons of oil. When oil is hot carefully put all the stuffed okra onto the frying pan. Let the okra sear for 1-2 minutes on a high heat.

Now using the tongs, flip the okra upside down. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for 5-6 minutes.  Remove the lid and let it cook for additional 5 minutes. It takes around 10-12 minutes for okra to be perfectly cooked. Try not to flip the okra too much so the stuffing stays intact. 

Add all the leftover stuffing(masala) and let it cook for additional 2 minutes. Turn off the heat.

Take out cooked crispy okra in a serving dish. Garnish with some fresh cilantro and some freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional). Serve warm.