Savor the crunch with our Baked Okra recipe! A simple, delicious treat that’s perfect as a snack or a side, ready in a snap and guaranteed to please.
Okra is one of those vegetables that can be prepared in so many different ways. You can eat it fresh, right off the vine. Another popular method is boiling it, although personally, it’s not my favorite. Then there’s fried okra. If you’ve ever been to any country-style or southern cooking restaurant, you know fried okra will be on the menu. I love some okra, but there are times when I don’t want it fried or boiled, which was my inspiration for this recipe!
This baked okra recipe is flavorful and comes together in less than 30 minutes. On busy days, it’s great to have an easy side dish to throw together with meals. Other great ones like this baked okra you have to try would be my Green Beans Almondine, Honey Glazed Carrots, and Oven Roasted Broccoli.
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Recipe Ingredients
- Fresh Okra: Okra has a unique grassy flavor and a gooey texture when cooked.
- Paprika: This spice offers a sweet and mildly spicy kick.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
- Spices Variation: To vary the spices in this baked okra recipe, consider adding garlic and onion powder for savory notes, cayenne or chili flakes for heat, and cumin or coriander for aroma. Dried herbs like thyme or oregano can also enhance the flavor.
- Lemon Pepper: Replace regular pepper with lemon pepper for a zesty twist.
How to Make Baked Okra
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (232 degrees Celsius).
Step 2: Rinse your okra and dry it with paper towels.
Step 3: Cut off the stem ends and cut the okra into ¾-inch pieces.
Step 4: Place the okra in a single layer onto a rimmed baking sheet, and drizzle with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper, and toss well together.
Step 5: Bake the okra in the oven for about 15 minutes until they are slightly browned and tender.
Step 6: Serve and enjoy!
FAQs
Yes, you can use frozen okra. Thaw and pat dry thoroughly before seasoning and baking to ensure crispiness.
Yes, you can bake whole okra, but slicing them helps in cooking evenly and getting more flavor in every bite.
Storage Info
STORE leftover Okra in the Oven in an airtight container in the fridge; it will stay good for up to 3-5 days.
To REHEAT this dish, you can do so in a pan in your oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (about 204 degrees Celsius) for 5 minutes, or until everything has warmed through. You can also warm this up in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh okra
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (232 degrees Celsius).
- Rinse your okra and dry it with paper towels.
- Cut off the stem ends and cut the okra into ¾-inch pieces.
- Place the okra onto a rimmed baking sheet drizzle with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper, and mix well together.
- Bake the okra in the oven for about 15 minutes until they are slightly browned and tender.
- Serve and enjoy!
Okra came out crispy on the edges and not slimy at all. So easy to make too.
I’ve tried many ways to cook okra, but this one is the best. The flavor is fantastic, with a great crispy texture. I added a little cayenne for heat and it was perfect!
Where I live I never see fresh okra only frozen. Can frozen okra be used?
Hi Pamela, yes you can use frozen okra. You can either thaw them first or extend the cooking time if you start with them frozen. If you start with them frozen, you may want to turn them over after the first 15 minutes.