Okra slime, also known as okra mucilage, has gained attention for its potential benefits in supporting gut health. Here's ...

When one thinks of vegetables to pickle, okra may not the first to come to mind. While okra is a staple of less common dishes ...

Okra, also called "lady's finger," is a green vegetable renowned for its health benefits and culinary versatility. It is ...

For example, several studies have focused on the potential anti-fatigue properties in okra. While more research is needed, the vegetable’s seeds contain antioxidants that researchers believe may ...

Okra exudes a glutinous juice in cooking which thickens stews and braised dishes. It can be eaten raw in salads or cooked with curries or vegetable stews – add a handful of chopped okra to a ...

This recipe makes more sambal than you will need for one dish of okra, but it can be stored in the fridge for several weeks, and used to spice up other stir-fried vegetables. It's also delicious ...

Many people dislike okra because of its texture, which is often described unappealingly as mucilaginous or slimy. If the vegetable is cooked quickly, though, it doesn’t become slimy – instead ...

Spread okra on top in an even layer. Season with salt. Attach a candy thermometer to the pan and pour in oil. (The okra will not be completely submerged at first.) Set pan over high heat.

This recipe was first shared on Dec. 21, 2010 from Angela McCrovitz, a Charleston chef and former instructor at the Culinary Institute of Charleston. Starting just below the stem cap, slice okra ...