Priyanka Naik smiling for photo at a carpet event - Jamie Mccarthy/Getty Images There's nothing more disappointing than the anticipation of satisfyingly crispy roasted okra, only to realize the ...

Braised with chicken, stir-fried with corn or roasted with spices, these recipes highlight okra's versatility. (Silvia Razgova/For The Times) When I mentioned recently to a friend that I was ...

A few weeks ago I asked for your help in the best way to remove slime from okra. I am proud to say that you answered my cries and right quick. First, some background. Seasoned okra cooks will attest ...

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“Mucilaginous.” I remember the first time I heard that word. It was in reference to okra, the slimy green pod vegetable I grew up eating virtually every meal in the South. Before then, I had never ...

Okra is one of those vegetables most people either love or hate. When all the summer vegetables are past, okra is still available through October. It has a mild taste with a unique texture. The pod is ...

African okra is a versatile ingredient that can elevate vegetarian stews with its unique texture and flavor. This plant, ...

With one notable exception, okra is a savvy self-promoter. In the garden and the field, it puts on a stunning display, producing striking flowers that give way to pert emerald-green (or wine-colored) ...

When I mentioned recently to a friend that I was developing some recipes highlighting okra, he forced a polite smile and said, “Well, there’s a lot there to work with.” Sensing his distaste, I assured ...