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Fried Okra

A Middle Eastern take on fried okra. This tender and crunchy side dish will spice up any meal!
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Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 70kcal
Author: Chef Tariq

Ingredients

  • 225 g Okra
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 tsp Sesame Oil
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 2 tsp Ginger fresh
  • 2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper
  • ½ cup Water
  • 1½ tsp Pomegranate Molasses
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Instructions

  • Add the vegetable oil and sesame oil to a hot wok. 
  • Fry the garlic for a couple minutes, then add the okra. Add half of the water.
  • Cover the wok for a few minutes, then uncover and stir. 
  • Add the rest of the water, red chili flakes, salt and ginger . Mix together and cover again for a few minutes.
  • Uncover and add the pomegranate molasses. Stir.
  • Serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 187mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 700IU | Vitamin C: 13.4mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 0.5mg