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Lite Fried Okra

Source: Champions for Change Recipes Arizona Nutrition Network

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Try this healthier version of a soul food favorite.

Makes
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh okra, sliced
  • 3/4 teaspoon vegetable oil (or cooking oil of choice)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • nonstick cooking spray (as needed)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a bowl, mix sliced okra, oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat a large fry pan with cooking spray.
  4. Heat over medium heat, and add okra mixture, turning often with a wooden spoon or spatula.
  5. Cook until okra is browned, about 10 minutes.
  6. Serve with hot sauce or favorite relish.

Notes

Learn more about: Okra

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