The green slimy fruit shaped in a conelike form is of the West African origin. The Igbo tribe in Nigeria calls it "ọ́kụ̀rụ̀", while the Yoruba’s call it "Ila." Most people classify okra as a vegetable ...

Make the most of this summer vegetable while its at its best. "Mercy me, these were delicious. I cut a few okra up, splashed a little olive oil in the bowl, sprinkled a little seasoning salt on them, ...

There is no indifference when it comes to okra. It’s a take-it-or-leave-it kind of vegetable. As the author of “Okra,” part of the Savor the South cookbook series (University of North Carolina Press, ...

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; add onion and turmeric. Cook, stirring, 3 minutes. Add tomatillos and okra; cook over medium-high heat, stirring until browned and vegetables begin to soften, ...