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Spicy Roasted Okra with Peanut Sauce

Published: Aug 11, 2017 · Modified: May 21, 2024 by Marisa Moore·

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Okra with no slime? This spicy, crispy roasted okra with ginger peanut dipping sauce has got you covered! Fresh okra is spiced up and roasted to perfection.

Spicy Roasted Okra

I love okra. I like this fuzzy green fruit pretending to be a vegetable a little more than the average person. Okra has a unique flavor and effortlessly thickens soups and stews. “The slime” that so many people hate is what gives okra its thickening power. If sliminess isn’t your thing… there is a way around it. Don’t overcook it.

This polarizing pod has a lot to offer when it comes to nutrition. Okra is an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of magnesium, folate and soluble fiber — the kind that helps reduce blood cholesterol and the risk for heart disease.

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I’ve joined with a group of food bloggers to share our favorite southern summer flavors. I thought up recipes for watermelon, peaches, blueberries, sweet corn, and tomatoes but decided to go out on a limb with the vegetable that people love to hate – OKRA. It gets a bad rap but it’s also going to be around for a while. Okra is in season when it’s hot here in the south, from now until October. Yeah. You can make this recipe today and until the beginning of boot season!

Spicy Roasted Okra w/ Peanut Sauce

For this recipe, I simply sliced the pods in half and roasted with a little sesame oil, salt and red pepper flakes. They are delicious just as is but the ginger peanut sauce adds a a sweet and nutty flavor balance. It makes a perfect warm and filling appetizer, side dish or snack.

So, give okra one more chance with this roasted okra recipe. Seriously. The roasting might change your mind. Using fresh, good-quality okra is essential. I usually get it from my farmers market and cook it within a day or two. And here’s a tip. Buy small okra pods – about the length of your finger – with bright green color. These are the most tender and flavorful. Skip the larger pods, which tend to be tough and woody.

Ready to dive in? Grab the easy recipe below. But before you go, I’d love to hear your favorite way to eat okra? I’m always looking for new recipes, so please share in the comments and be sure to tag me on Instagram @marisamoore if you make this recipe! And to find the other recipes in the collection be sure to follow #SouthernSummerFlavors on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook today.

Spicy Roasted Okra Dipping

Spicy Roasted Okra

Spicy Roasted Okra with Ginger Peanut Sauce

Marisa Moore, RDN
Okra with no slime? Add this spicy, crispy roasted okra recipe to your list. It's an easy vegan, gluten-free appetizer or snack!
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Roasted Okra

  • 1 pound fresh okra
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • coarse salt to taste

Peanut Ginger Sauce

  • ¼ cup natural peanut butter
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon tamari
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (to keep it vegan)
  • ½ teaspoon sriracha
  • coarse salt to taste

Instructions
 

Roast the Okra

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. Wash and dry the okra. Slice off the tops and cut the okra lengthwise.
  • Place the cut okra onto a baking sheet, leaving plenty of space between each piece. Drizzle with sesame oil. Sprinkle with the red pepper flakes and salt to taste.
  • Roast the okra for 10-12 minutes, turning once. Remove from the oven and enjoy as a warm snack or side dish.

Purée the Peanut Ginger Sauce

  • Combine all ingredients using a whisk or blender for a smoother finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal
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  1. Sam "C"

    September 15, 2018 at 8:18 am

    5 stars
    I’ve been eating okra all my life growing up in the south, and now at age 60 and having travelled all over the world, finding this really new way of cooking and enjoying it, was quite delectable to my palate. Thank you so much for sharing the recipe

    Reply
    • Marisa

      September 15, 2018 at 10:11 am

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it! It’s easily my favorite way to make it. And I usually skip the sauce and just eat it straight from the pan after roasting!

      Reply
  2. Karen Searcy

    August 30, 2017 at 10:54 pm

    5 stars
    I’m not a fan of okra. I have never personally cooked it, yet I have had a few pieces of fried okra in the past. I purchased okra just for this recipe. The dish was delicious as written. I will cook this again. It makes a great appetizer.

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 30, 2017 at 11:10 pm

      So happy to hear that, Karen. Always excited to make new roasted okra fans!

      Reply
  3. Anne|Craving Something Healthy

    August 16, 2017 at 1:07 am

    I have to confess I’ve never, ever eaten okra because I fear the slime! I’ll have to try this recipe!

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 16, 2017 at 9:57 am

      I hear that so often, Anne. Try it this way. It’s truly a unique flavor though that you’ll either love or hate… But try it roasted. You won’t have to worry about slime 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kelly Jones

    August 15, 2017 at 11:00 am

    I fell in LOVE with grilled okra when in Austin a few years back and now we make it every summer. Excited to see you still get that crisp by roasting it – now I can eat it all year so long as I can find it at the store!

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 16, 2017 at 9:56 am

      5 stars
      It’s so good made that way! I buy it frozen when it’s not in season. It’s a great addition to soups and stews! But there’s nothing like fresh okra this time of year.

      Reply
  5. Zee

    August 13, 2017 at 4:08 pm

    5 stars
    This Looks absolutely delicious and nutritious too Marisa. I love it.

    Reply
    • Marisa

      August 13, 2017 at 4:46 pm

      Thanks so much, Zee!

      Reply

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