Grilled Okra Recipe
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Grilled Okra Recipe
Description
This recipe involves preparing washed whole okra pods threaded onto skewers or placed in a grill basket to prevent slipping through grill grates. The okra is lightly coated with olive oil to encourage caramelization and prevent drying out. Cooking takes place on a preheated grill at approximately 450°F, which sears the pods quickly.
Grilling continues until the okra's skin begins to brown and caramelize, contributing a slight crispness outside while maintaining a tender inside. Turning the okra ensures even cooking on all sides. Once done, the pods are removed and seasoned with kosher salt, ground black pepper, and optionally a pinch of cayenne pepper for a subtle heat layer.
Grilled okra can be served warm as a side vegetable or a light snack. Its simple seasoning and smoky grilled flavor complement a variety of dishes, especially those from Southern or barbecue cuisines.
Ingredients
- 1 pound okra washed
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste, ground
- pinch cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- Skewer okra or place in a grill basket to prevent it from going through the grill grates while cooking. Drizzle with olive oil and place onto grill that has been preheated to around 450º F.
- Cook until the skin of the okra begins to caramelize and then flip to cook the other side.
- Remove from the grill and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Add cayenne pepper, if desired.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 36 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 36kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 226mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 540IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 17.4mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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