Description
A flavorful and easy Okra Stir Fry recipe that combines fresh okra with Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers for a delicious side dish with a kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Okra Stir Fry:
- 1/2 lb okra, sliced
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
- 2 dried chili peppers
- 2 teaspoons light soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
Instructions
- Prepare Okra: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the okra. Cook for 30 seconds. Drain, rinse with cold water, and slice into pieces.
- Sauté Peppercorns: Heat oil with Sichuan peppercorns until fragrant. Remove peppercorns.
- Add Chilies: Break chili peppers and add to the skillet. Stir briefly.
- Cook Okra: Increase heat, add okra, stir to coat with oil. Add soy sauce, cook until tender but slightly firm.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust salt. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chili peppers.
- For extra flavor, consider adding minced garlic or ginger.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Okra, Stir Fry, Sichuan Peppercorns, Side Dish, Easy Recipe
