Vegetable profile

Okra

3 recipes · 3 months in season

When is Okra in season?

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Okra is in season in August, September, October. Eating in season means both more flavour and more nutrition.

Okra recipes

Profile cardin season
FiberVitamin CVitamin K
Calories≈ 33 kcal / 100 g (çiğ)
Portion1 serving (cooked) ≈ 100 g
Season3 months
recipes3

“Arriving on the table toward late summer, okra adds depth to a dish with its distinctive texture when cooked with tomato.”

Nutrition

A low calorie vegetable notable for fiber (especially the viscous fiber that gives it its texture), vitamin C and vitamin K.

Source: Sebze Meyve Takvimi

In the kitchen

How do you store Okra?

Wrap in paper towel and store in the fridge crisper drawer; it softens quickly with moisture, so use within a few days.

What should you look for when buying Okra?

Choose small to medium, bright green pods whose tips snap easily; larger, tougher ones turn fibrous.

What goes well with Okra?

Cooking okra with tomato is a classic Aegean and Mediterranean pairing; the tomato's acidity balances okra's texture.

How do you grow Okra at home?

SeasonWarm climate: summer
SowingDirect seed sowing (germinates in warm soil)
WhereGarden/field; needs a sunny spot

Source: Bahçe Tarımı I, Anadolu Ü.

This information is for general guidance only and is not medical or dietary advice. Consult a dietitian or doctor for your individual needs.

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