Keto Stir-Fried Okra
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and low-carb Keto Stir-Fried Okra recipe, a quick and easy dish perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Featuring crisp okra sautéed to perfection with aromatic garlic, vibrant red onion, and a warm blend of spices like cumin, paprika, and turmeric, this dish is bursting with bold flavors while staying keto-friendly. A refreshing drizzle of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro add a hint of brightness that complements the spice blend beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan dish is perfect as a light side or a standalone meal that serves four. Whether you're following a ketogenic diet or simply seeking a healthy and delicious weeknight option, this stir-fried okra recipe checks all the boxes for flavor, ease, and nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams fresh okra (sliced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the okra thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel. Slice the okra into 1/2-inch pieces, discarding the stems.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the thinly sliced red onion to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, and turmeric, and cook for another 30 seconds to release the spices' aroma.
Add the sliced okra to the skillet and stir well to coat it with the spices and oil.
Season the okra with salt and black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the okra is tender and slightly browned.
Drizzle with fresh lemon juice, stir to combine, and remove from heat.
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1128 mg | 24% | |
*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.
