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Cut Okra

Abelmoschus esculentus Allergen-Free
Cut Okra

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Malvaceae
  • Primary Cuisine African, Southern US, Indian, Caribbean
  • Seasonality Summer to Early Fall
  • Source Okra plant

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Cut Okra ?

The edible green seed pods of the okra plant, pre-cut for convenience, known for its distinct flavor and mucilaginous texture when cooked.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Cut Okra ?

Le/La/L'Cut Okra a un goût mild, grassy, slightly earthy, peppery avec des arômes earthy, green.

Taste
Mild, Grassy, Slightly earthy, Peppery
Texture
Slimy/Mucilaginous (when cooked), Tender-crisp (when raw/lightly cooked), Seedy
Aroma
Earthy, Green
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 100g (1 cup)
Calories33 kcal
Total Fat0.2 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.9 g
Total Carbohydrate7.5 g
Dietary Fiber3.2 g
Total Sugars1.5 g
Calcium82 mg
Iron0.3 mg
Potassium299 mg

Le secret du chef

To reduce the "sliminess" of okra, cook it quickly over high heat, or blanch it in acidulated water (with vinegar or lemon juice) before adding to dishes.

Substituts & Proportions pour Cut Okra

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Cut Okra est Green Beans, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Good for texture and adding bulk, but lacks okra's unique sliminess and mild flavor.

Substituts pour Cut Okra avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Green Beans Meilleur 1:1 Good for texture and adding bulk, but lacks okra's unique sliminess and mild flavor.
Eggplant 1:1 Can absorb flavors well and adds body to stews, but has different texture.
Zucchini 1:1 Provides similar moisture and mildness, but less fibrous and no mucilage.
Nopales (Cactus Pads) 1:1 Offers a similar mucilaginous texture, common in Mexican cuisine, but requires preparation.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Cut Okra

  1. For fresh okra, look for firm, bright green pods, 2-4 inches long.
  2. Avoid soft or blemished ones.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Cut Okra ?

  • Tomatoes
  • Corn
  • Bell Peppers
  • Rice
  • Chicken
  • Shrimp
  • Gumbo
  • Stews
  • Curries

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Cut Okra ?

Mild, Grassy, Slightly earthy, Peppery Earthy, Green

Quel est un bon substitut pour Cut Okra ?

Le meilleur substitut est Green Beans (1:1). Good for texture and adding bulk, but lacks okra's unique sliminess and mild flavor.

Comment choisir et conserver le Cut Okra ?

For fresh okra, look for firm, bright green pods, 2-4 inches long. Avoid soft or blemished ones.

Ingrédients Vegetable, Produce associés

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