You might think of the vegetable okra as a mysterious finger-shaped pod with a notoriously slippery texture. If you've eaten it, you may know just how versatile and delicious the summer vegetable can ...

Okra is a flowering plant native to East Africa, a nutritious food known for its many health benefits. Rich in essential nutrients like magnesium, folate, fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin C, K1, and A ...

The secret to avoiding okra becoming slimy is all in the preparation The exact native home of okra is in dispute. Some say West Africa. Others say Ethiopia or Eritrea, and others claim India is their ...

For a couple of seasons in the mid 2000s, Sonoma County had the most beautiful okra. Most commercial okra the world around is green. But Jill Adams, operating Crescent Moon Farm at the time, found ...

Okra is unlike any other green vegetable at the store. This veggie boasts a sweet yet grassy flavor, but it can also have a slimy texture that many find off-putting. However, all it takes is the right ...

Approaching okra creatively will broaden the complexity and flavors of your cooking. A one-pan spiced shrimp dinner proves it. By Yewande Komolafe Okra is a kind of culinary education bound in sturdy, ...

Grilled okra skewers make for an excellent appetizer or side dish. Simply marinate whole okra pods in olive oil, lemon juice ...

African okra is a versatile ingredient that can elevate vegetarian stews with its unique texture and flavor. This plant, ...

You probably love okra, and you don’t even know it yet. Most people who think they don’t like okra fall into two categories, according to Sheri Castle, author of “The New Southern Garden Cookbook” and ...