HOW TO STIR FRY OKRA PERFECTLY and HEALTHY BENEFITS

Okra, which biologically is a fruit contains protein, Vitamins C, A, K, B6, Mangnesium etc is used as one would use vegetables  in most African and South Asian countries. 

In the Ewe tribe from Ghana, Okra soup is a traditional dish made with either Fish, Chicken, Meat, SeaFood or Vegetables.

The soup can be made with or without oil and it’s a favourite amongst most Ghanaians and Nigerians.

Over the years the consumption of Okra has increased which means it’s readily available in most grocery shops and supermarkets across the UK. 

The benefits of including Okra in your daily diet includes;

1. Weight loss - Okra promotes weight loss due to its high fibre content which keeps you fuller for longer; it also helps lower your sugar and cholesterol levels.
2. Fibre - Okra’s fibre and mucilaginous structure helps relieves constipation and stomach illnesses such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and indigestion 
3. Blood pressure- Okra is rich in Magnesium which helps regulates your blood pressure levels. A perfect reason to enjoy it daily.
4. Okra is rich in the protein Lectin (which fights against breast cancer) and Folate which prevents the risks of most cancers.
5. Okra is packed with antioxidants which means it removes toxins from your bodies, aids in reversing skin damage, slows down the ageing process and promotes a youthful skin

With these amazing benefits of Okra it’s fair to say it’s a power house ingredient that needs to be enjoyed daily.

OKRA SOUP RECIPE 👇🏾

INGREDIENTS 

450g of chopped Okra

2 large Shallots or any Onion of your choice 

4 finely diced fresh chillies

6 cloves of finely chopped Garlic

1 teaspoonful of grated Ginger

2 tablespoonfuls of your preferred oil 

2 tablespoonfuls of Dark Soy Sauce (optional). You can replace the dark soy sauce with Dawadawa (fermented locust beans) or Fish sauce

Salt to taste

METHOD 

Watch how to prepare this healthy Okra recipe below;

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