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Okra 500g – Fresh, Nutritious & Versatile

Our Okra, packed fresh in a 500g portion, is a nutrient-dense vegetable prized for its unique texture and health benefits. Known also as lady’s finger, okra is widely used in soups, stews, and stir-fries, especially in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian cuisines.

 

Nutritional Highlights (per 500g raw)

  • Approximately 165–175 calories

  • High in carbohydrates (about 37–40g) with 15g dietary fiber supporting digestion

  • Contains about 10g protein and virtually 0g fat

  • Rich in vitamin C (up to 175% DV), vitamin A (around 75% DV), and potassium (about 32% DV)

  • Good source of calcium, iron, and magnesium.

 

Health Benefits

  • Supports digestion and gut health through high fiber content, aiding regularity and promoting beneficial gut bacteria.

  • Boosts immunity with abundant vitamin C and antioxidants that protect cells from oxidative damage.

  • Helps regulate blood sugar levels, beneficial for diabetes management due to fiber and polyphenols.

  • Lowers cholesterol and supports heart health by binding cholesterol in the digestive tract and reducing inflammation.

  • Promotes healthy skin and vision thanks to vitamin A and antioxidants.

  • Contains anti-inflammatory compounds that may reduce risk of chronic diseases including cancer.

 

Culinary Uses

  • Commonly used in Mediterranean-style stews with tomatoes, onions, and spices.

  • Can be sautéed or roasted to reduce the characteristic sliminess (mucilage).

  • Often added to gumbo, curries, stir-fries, and soups.

  • Best cooked quickly over high heat or combined with acidic ingredients like lime or vinegar to control sliminess.

  • Can be eaten raw when young and tender, sliced into salads.

 

Why Choose Our Okra?

Our okra is carefully harvested to ensure peak freshness and nutritional quality. 

 

Order your 500g pack of okra today and enjoy a fresh, nutritious, and versatile vegetable!

 

Okra 500g

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