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Oh, sweet okra.
Can anyone really say theyve spent quality time in the American South without tasting it?
Okra isnt just a food staple in the American South.
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Its popular all over the world, particularly in North African, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisine.
But another reason why magnesium matters so much is that ithelps promote good sleep.
As if you even needed one more reason for working okra into your dinner rotation, right?
Rounded up here are ten okra recipes to try for sweet eating and, hopefully, even sweeter dreams.
10 okra recipes ready to help you meet your magnesium fix:
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(Pro tip: dont skimp on the Creole seasoning.)
Get the recipe:Chicken, shrimp, and okra gumbo
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Besides the okra, its made with fish and egusi (aka melon seeds).
The layers of smokey seafood, nutty seeds, and vegetal okra sing in perfectly-balanced harmony when stirred together.
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She recommends serving the soup with corn fufu or pounded yams.
Get the recipe:Cameroonian okra soup
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Mediterranean-style okra
Bamya (also known as bamia) is a thick okra stew with rich, robust flavor.
One tip to keep in mind when making this dish is to saute the okra before adding the tomatoes.
This will ensure the vegs texture is crisp, not slimy.
Get the recipe:Mediterranean-style okra
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The final result is a stew thats savory with a hint of sweetness.
Full of protein and fiber, its perfect for a main course and tastes delicious over rice.
Here, she uses it as the starring ingredient for a simple side dish.
The only other ingredients you need are olive oil, onion, garlic, tomato, and jalapeno peppers.
It takes just 15 minutes to make, too.
Get the recipe:Okra a la Mexicana
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Seasoned with a few key spices, this deliciously understated dish is the perfect way to enjoy the veg.
Get the recipe:Oven-roasted okra
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Because sauteing okra while its completely dry is key.
Get the recipe:Crispy Indian okra
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15-minute spicy okra
Top off your okra with a spicy chili soy sauce and tofu for a Szechuan-influenced meal.
Requiring just a handful of ingredients and 15 minutes, its super easy to make.
It can be enjoyed hot or cold; it will taste great either way.
Get the recipe:15-minute spicy okra
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Coconut oil is used as the base which adds a hint of sweetness right from the get-go.
Get the recipe:Stir-fried okra with garlic, chilis, and lime
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Why not add some okra to the mix?
This recipe shows exactly how to do it and yield delicious results.
Get the recipe:Greek baked okra and tomatoes
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