Chop the onion, okra cut into pieces about 1.5 cm. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the cumin until starts to sizzle. Add the onions and fry for another 2-3 minutes over medium heat, until translucent. Add the okra, cover with a lid until ready from time to time shaking the pan to mix okra. Add chili, turmeric and salt and fry a few more minutes, stirring frequently. Add, stirring lightly beaten yogurt. Sprinkle with garam masala and cook another 1-2 minutes.