Boiled Okra
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this simple yet flavorful recipe for Boiled Okra. Perfectly tender and naturally delicious, this dish celebrates the subtle, earthy flavor of fresh okra with minimal ingredients and effort. With just water, a pinch of salt, and optional enhancements like butter and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this quick and easy recipe comes together in under 15 minutes. The careful preparation ensures the okra retains its smooth texture without becoming mushy or overly slimy. Whether served as a light side dish or a healthy snack, Boiled Okra is a wholesome addition to your table that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh okra
- 6 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh okra thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris.
Trim the stem ends of the okra, being careful not to cut too deeply into the pods to prevent them from releasing sliminess.
In a medium-sized pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, add 1 teaspoon of salt and stir to dissolve.
Carefully add the okra to the boiling water and reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle boil.
Cover the pot with a lid and let the okra cook for 8-10 minutes, or until it becomes tender but not mushy. Test the texture with a fork to ensure doneness.
Once cooked, drain the okra in a colander and immediately rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
If desired, toss the warm okra with unsalted butter and a splash of lemon juice for added flavor.
Serve the boiled okra immediately as a side dish or enjoy it on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.4 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 2437 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 462 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1364 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
