The quick, hot heat of the grill keep the slime-factor to a minimum while the charred bits highlight okra's essential grassy flavor. If you've never tried okra, this is an easy, delicious way to give it a whirl. If you're an okra-phile, this is a new way to love it.
This recipe is easily doubled, tripled, or quadrupled. Grilled okra tastes great at room temperature and makes a tempting addition to a dinner buffet or backyard barbeque.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. okra
- 1 Tbsp. grapeseed or olive oil
- Salt
- Lemon juice (optional)
Preparation:
- Prepare a gas or charcoal grill for high heat (you can hold your hand an inch above the cooking rgate for just 1 to 2 seconds).
- Trim stems off okra. Toss okra with oil to thoroughly coat. Place okra on the grill, cover, and cook until okra's green (or, in the case of purple okra, purple) color heightens and grill marks or charred edges appear, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn okra, cover, and cook until tender, about 5 more minutes.
- Remove okra from grill. Sprinkle with salt and lemon juice, if you like. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Makes 4 servings Grilled Okra.
