WHAT IS OKRA?
Okra is an edible seed pod popular in West Africa and the south of the United States. Sometimes referred to as lady’s finger, it comes in two colours – red and green. Both taste the same, and the red turns green when cooked. Aside from deep-frying it, you can also use it in stews as a vegetable or as a thickener. It has a sweet, grassy flavour that takes on more depth when cooked for longer, and can be crisp and juicy or dense and creamy. Look for firm, springy pods with no mushy, yellowing spots.