Okra Japanese Style

Discover the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance with "Okra Japanese Style," a refreshing side dish that highlights the unique flavors of this versatile vegetable. Tender-crisp okra is lightly blanched, chilled for optimal texture, and drizzled with savory soy sauce. A sprinkle of umami-rich bonito flakes and nutty sesame seeds elevates the dish, making it a quintessential example of Japanese minimalism in cooking. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal as a light appetizer or a complementary side for a full Japanese meal. Whether served warm or chilled, this okra recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant flavor and ease of preparation. Keywords: Japanese okra recipe, quick side dish, umami flavors, healthy appetizer, okra with bonito flakes.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams Okra
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 5 grams Bonito flakes
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Wash the okra thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or fuzz.

Step 2

Sprinkle the okra with salt and rub them gently to remove excess fuzz and enhance the flavor.

Step 3

Bring a medium-sized pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 4

Add the okra to the boiling water and blanch for 1-2 minutes until they become bright green and tender-crisp.

Step 5

Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the blanched okra to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes and then drain thoroughly.

Step 6

Trim off the stems of the okra and cut each pod into bite-sized pieces, if desired.

Step 7

Place the okra into a serving bowl and drizzle with soy sauce.

Step 8

Sprinkle with bonito flakes and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 9

Enjoy as a side dish or light appetizer, served warm or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	245.7 grams (245.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	125

Total Fat 2.60g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 3782mg	164%
Total Carbohydrate 18.10g	7%
Dietary Fiber 7.30g	26%
Total Sugars 3.40g
Protein 11.60g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 187mg	14%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 765mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.5%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 50.9%