Heart-Healthy Crispy Okra Fry
Elevate your vegetable game with this irresistible Heart-Healthy Crispy Okra Fry! Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, this recipe combines the crunch of chickpea flour with the bold flavors of garlic, paprika, and cayenne pepper for a mouthwatering dish that's packed with nutrients. Unlike traditional fried okra, this version uses olive oil and oven-baking to create a guilt-free, heart-healthy alternative that’s just as satisfying. Ready in under 40 minutes, it's an easy-to-make snack or side dish that’s ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Serve hot and enjoy a crispy, flavorful treat that's sure to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh okra
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 50 grams Chickpea flour
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and pat dry the okra with a paper towel. Trim the tops and cut each okra pod into halves lengthwise.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Add the sliced okra to the bowl and toss until the pieces are evenly coated with the oil and spice mixture.
Sprinkle the chickpea flour over the okra and gently toss to ensure each piece is lightly coated with the flour.
Arrange the okra in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap to achieve maximum crispiness.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, turning the okra halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.
Serve immediately as a side dish or snack, and enjoy the heart-healthy, crispy delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 261 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 526 mg | 11% | |
*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.
