Okra Stir Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon oil

• 1/4 teaspoon mustard seeds

• 1 medium sized onion

• 1/4 kg okra

• 1/4 tablespoon chili powder

• 1/4 tablespoon coriander powder

• 1/4 tablespoon cumin powder

• 1/4 tablespoon turmeric powder

• 3/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation

• cut okra in 1/4 inch cubes

• cut onion in desired cubes

Instructions:

1. Stir oil, mustard seeds, onion, okra in a pan for 5-10 minutes

2. Add chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt

3. If okra look too dry, sprinkle 1/8 cup of water until moist

4. Stir fry for 5-10 minutes

Asiya. 8 Jan. 2021. Yummy Indian Kitchen, https://yummyindiankitchen.com/bhindi-fry-ladies-finger-fry-okra/. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.

---

Key Facts:

• Sticky mucilage in okra contains collagens and mucopolysaccharides, which help feed beneficial microorganisms in the gut

• Contains antioxidants

  • Free radicals are one of many various threats/harsh chemicals to cells and genetic material (inevitable byproducts of turning food into energy)

    • often help in chronic IBS cases

  • Antioxidants are the defenders against free radicals, and are involved in mechanisms which repair DNA and maintain cell health

  • Contains vitamin C, vitamin E, beta-carotene and other carotenoids

  • Averts oxidation and natural protection from the surroundings

  • Help prevent inflammatory responses from occurring

• Minerals and Vitamins

  • Vitamin A and Vitamin C

  • Calcium, iron