Okra (1kg)

Fresh okra (lady fingers), 1kg — a staple of Indian, African and Caribbean cooking, prized for its firm texture and mild, earthy flavour.

What you get: a 1kg pack of fresh okra pods, ready to cook.

How to Use Okra

Okra works best cooked hot and fast, or slow-simmered in a liquid — both approaches avoid the sliminess some people associate with okra:

• Bhindi masala: sliced and stir-fried with onion, tomato and spices
• Gumbo: the classic Southern US use, simmered into a stew
• Deep-fried or roasted: whole or sliced, for a crispy side dish
• West African stews: okra soup and okra-based sauces

Storage

Keep refrigerated in a paper bag or breathable container and use within 3-4 days for best texture.

Goes well with: Curry Leaf and Habanero for a South Indian-style okra curry.