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Definition of okra
1 : a tall annual herb (Abelmoschus esculentus) of the mallow family that is cultivated for its mucilaginous green pods used especially in soups or stews; also : the pods of this plant
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Meanwhile okra battered in chickpea flour and fried hard has all the elements of counterpoint to the aforementioned cauliflower theater snack.
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At JuneBaby, peanuts and whole, charred okra team up memorably in a smoky, spicy vinaigrette.
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To minimize its viscous texture, look for pods that are small and firm, avoiding okra that is overly ripe or large.
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Cantaloupe cucuzza eggplant luffa okrapeanuts hot peppers sweet peppers (not bell peppers) pumpkin Southern peas Malabar spinach sweet potato (slips) watermelons heat-tolerant tomatoes.
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Wait until nights are warmer before transplanting okra.
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The eatery serves family-style fish and chicken meals including ocean perch or catfish with sides such as hush puppies, okra and cole slaw.
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In summer, go with tomatoes, okra, peppers, string beans, melons.
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Reduce the heat to maintain a slow simmer and cook, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until the okra has lost its bright green color and cooked down like the other vegetables.
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Origin and Etymology of okra
of African origin; akin to Ibo ókùrù okra
OKRA Defined for English Language Learners
okra
playDefinition of okra for English Language Learners
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: a tall plant whose pods are eaten as a vegetable and are used in soups and stews; also : the pods of this plant
OKRA Defined for Kids
okra
playDefinition of okra for Students
: the green pods of a garden plant that are used as a vegetable especially in soups and stews
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