I seldom buy okra before I move to live in UK. It is because it is quite expensive and
sometimes it is not fresh. I am happy that I can always buy cheaper and fresh
okra here. Okra is fast gaining a reputation as a so-called 'superfood' for
people with or at risk of diabetes or cancer. It contains
potassium, vitamin B, vitamin C, folic acid and calcium. Also it is low in
calories and has high dietary fibre content.
I like it very much.
Yesterday I went shopping at Tesco and bought a
bag. It is very fresh and green. Since I did not want to miss the train, I
made a very simple and quick lunch. It
just took me six minutes to cook this yummy dish.
Preparation time: 3 minutes
Cooking time: 3 minutes
Serve: 1
Ingredients:
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90g okra
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1 tsp olive oil
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40ml water
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1 tbsp wine
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dried skipjack tuna flakes
(optional)
Teriyaki Sauce:
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1½ tbsp mirin
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½ tbsp brown sugar
Method:
1.
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Clean and peel off the skin of the head of each okra.
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2.
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In a small mixing bowl, mix all ingredients well to prepare
teriyaki sauce. Set aside.
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3.
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Use a small knife to make some small cuts on each okra.
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4.
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Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
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5.
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Spread the okra evenly on the pan, add water and teriyaki sauce.
Cover and simmer for 1 minute.
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6.
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Flip the okra to another side and add wine. Reduce heat to low-medium. Then cover and simmer for a further 1
minute. Remove from heat.
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7.
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Sprinkle with dried skipjack tuna flakes on top of okra and
ready to serve with rice.
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