Okra, also known as okra, is a distinctive green vegetable prized for its unique texture and subtle flavor. This elongated, slender vegetable has a slightly fuzzy surface and contains small white seeds inside. Okra is rich in fiber, vitamins C and K, and antioxidants, making it a nutritious and healthy food.
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Faq
Q: How do I prevent okra from being slimy when cooking?
A: Cook it whole, or cut it into large pieces and cook it quickly over high heat.
Q: How do you cook okra?
A: It can be fried, stewed, added to soups and stews.
Q: Is okra a vegetable or a fruit?
A: Botanically, it is a fruit, but it is used as a vegetable in cooking.
Q: What are the health benefits of okra?
A: It is rich in fiber, vitamins and antioxidants.
Q: How do I store fresh okra?
A: Store it in a paper bag in the refrigerator.
Conservation
To keep the fresh okra, it is best to keep it in a paper or perforated plastic bag in the refrigerator, where it will keep up to a week. It is also possible to freeze it for a longer conservation: just wash it, cut it into pieces and place it in an airtight freezing bag.
Ingredients & nutritional information
Gombo is mainly made up of water, dietary fiber, protein and carbohydrates. For 100 grams of raw tombo, there are around 33 calories, 7 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber. It also contains minerals such as calcium, magnesium and potassium, as well as vitamins A, C and K.
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