Choose stems which are firm, not bendy, which snap
cleanly and which are no longer than 5 - 7.5cm/2 - 3 inches.
Larger pods tend to be tough.
Storing:
Unwashed
in a paper bag up to 3 days in the
refrigerator or in a cool, dark, dry place.
Serving Allowances:
100g/4oz
Per Person
Basic
- Preparing Okra
Cut off a small piece from both the stalk and
tip of each okra. If the pods are very "fuzzy," rub them lightly with a
kitchen towel to remove some of the unwanted fuzz. Wash and dry
well before using.
Optional
Preparations/Cuts (see Main Vegetable Preparation Page for
explanations and photos)
Baton
Brunoise
Chunk
Cube
Dice/chop
Grate
Julienne
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Matchsticks
Mashed
Paysanne
Puréed
Shred
Slice
Sulfrino
x
x
x
x
x
Y
x
Suitable methods
and timing for cooking Okras
Bake/Roast
y
Whole = 15 minutes Coat with oil.
Boil
y
Whole = 7 - 10 minutes
Fry/Sauté
y
Whole = coat with flour - 5 - 10 minutes
until golden brown
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