The hand of God has a green thumb and I’m pretty sure that’s why okra is the absolute best. I know some people claim to hate the “texture” but usually they’re referring to the way the okra has been cooked. Personally I haven’t met an okra dish I haven’t liked and I’ve had one made with okra powder that makes a sort of green gelatinous goo. I was maybe 4 or 5 years old and was being dragged along through the Sahara while my parents were off doing work “in the field”. And then again with “callaloo” in Haiti. It’s been a good life when you can enjoy one of your favorite vegetables across continents.
I’ve only recently started cooking okra for myself but not because it’s difficult. It’s not always available and when it is here’s usually a family friend who makes it for me. “Spoiled”. I know.
So without further ado, here’s just a few of the ways I know I like o eat okra as well as a couple I still need to try.
Grilled Okra with Red Curry-lime Dressing
Spicy Okra Pickles
Roasted Okra (aka. Seared Lamb Chops with Blood Orange Sauce and Roasted Okra with Chili Oil)
Southern Fried Okra
Ladies Fingers (Okra) Fries
Okra and Sauteed Tomatoes
Okra Fritters with Grilled Corn and Goat Cheese
Smashed Fried Okra
Okra Rellenos
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