Simple Stir-Fried Okra

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium-size sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds*
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 (16-ounce) package frozen okra, thawed, or 1 pound fresh okra
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Saute first 4 ingredients in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
  2. Add okra; saute 15 minutes or until okra is lightly browned. Stir in salt.
  3. *1/2 teaspoon dry mustard may be substituted for 1 teaspoon mustard seeds.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

252 kcal 13% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.5g 11% DV
Total Fat 19.2g 25% DV
Carbs 20.4g 7% DV
Fiber 4.2g 15% DV
Sugar 8.2g 16% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10069.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 587mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 13.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 264.8mcg 29% DV
Vitamin C 39.4mg 44% DV
Calcium 267mg 21% DV
Iron 17.2mg 96% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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