How To Prepare Fresh Okra (Bamia) Before Cooking

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   Wash well handling gently.

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   Trim stem end without cutting into pod.

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   Trim around top of stem attached to pod, removing a thin layer.

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   Remove fuzz under running water by rubbing pod gently with a nylon scourer. If okra is young there is no need to do this.

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   Spread out and leave until dry.

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   Place in a bowl and pour on vinigar tossing gently so that vinegar coats okra.

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   Leave for 30 minutes.

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   Drain and rinse well.

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   Dry and use as directed in recipes.

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    TO FREEZE.

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    Method 1.

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    Prepare as above and dry.

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    In a deep pan heat oil and fry okra for 5 miutes, tossing gently with a wooden spoon.

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    Cool and put into freezer bags, expel air, seal and label. Pack into freezer.

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    Method 2.

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    Prepare as above.

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    Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

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    Have a bowl of ice water ready.

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    Place prepared okra into a frying basket and lower into boiling water.

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    Boil for 3 miutes, timed from when the water returns to a boil.

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    Lift out and place in ice water for 3 minutes.

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    Drain well, put into freezer bags, expel air, seal and label. Pack into freezer.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.