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How to prepare Okras and how to cook Okras

Okra Recipes� |� Growing Vegetables| � What's In Season�� |� More Vegetables -� Prep & Cooking times

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Common Names: Okra, Ladies fingers, bhindi, gumbo
Family: Malvaceae
In Season: Early Summer to Autumn
Buying: 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
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Basic - Preparing Okra

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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.

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Optional Preparations/Cuts �(see Main Vegetable Preparation Page for� explanations and photos)

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Suitable methods and timing for cooking Okras

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Bake/Roast

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Whole� =� 15 minutes� Coat with oil.

Boil

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Whole� =�� 7 - 10 minutes

Fry/Saut�

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Whole � =� coat with flour� - 5 - 10 minutes� until golden brown

Grill

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Whole� =� 10 - 15 minutes� Brush with oil.

Microwave

y Slices� = �2-3 minutes (225g/8oz)

Steam

y Whole, �Slices � =�� 8 - 10 minutes

Stuff

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