Okra with no slime? Add this spicy, crispy roasted okra recipe to your list. It's an easy vegan, gluten-free appetizer or snack!
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 15 minutesminutes
Servings 4Servings
Calories 150kcal
Author Marisa Moore Nutrition
Ingredients
Roasted Okra
1 poundfresh okra
1tablespoonsesame oil
1teaspoonred pepper flakes
coarse salt to taste
Peanut Ginger Sauce
¼cupnatural peanut butter
1small clove garlic, minced
1tablespoonapple cider vinegar
1tablespoontamari
1teaspoonfresh ginger, grated
1teaspoonhoney or maple syrup (to keep it vegan)
½teaspoonsriracha
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.