Okra isn't for everyone. A haphazardly prepared plate can offer slimy mouthfuls that can be off-putting to many diners. Yet ...

Wash, dry and trim upper tops of okra pads, then cut crosswise into 1/2” pieces. Beat egg lightly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a touch of milk or buttermilk, or omit milk and use 2 eggs.

Okra, with its distinctive, thick mucilage, is one of the traditional thickeners in gumbo. The others are filé — a powder made from dried and ground sassafras leaves, a contribution from the ...

A quick vegan and vegetarian okra curry that works just as well as a side dish. It's important to wash and dry the okra before chopping them, or they will become slimey. Firstly prepare the okra.