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Austen made this Delicious home cooked okra with lovelies inside - Ivory Coast 🇨🇮 Ep23

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Okra

Cultural Context

Okra is a staple in Zimbabwean cuisine, often featured in stews and dishes that celebrate local agriculture. It holds cultural significance as a nutritious vegetable that thrives in warm climates. Today, okra is enjoyed globally, with variations in preparation reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

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4 servings
Servings4
2 cups okra
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup water
1 teaspoon rose water
1/4 teaspoon saffron
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
3 tablespoons oil for frying

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Wash and trim the okra, removing the stems.

2

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

3

Fry the okra in batches until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per batch.

4

Remove the fried okra and drain on paper towels.

5

In a saucepan, combine sugar and water; bring to a boil over medium heat.

6

Stir in lemon juice and cardamom; simmer until syrup thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

7

Add rose water and saffron to the syrup; stir to combine.

8

Dip each fried okra piece into the syrup, coating well.

9

Place the syrup-coated okra on a serving platter to cool.

10

Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Equipment Needed

skillet

Dietary

veganplant-based

Allergens

gluten

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