Okra chips properties

(How to fry quimbombo)

Properties of okra chips

Okra cut in size for frying

Okra cut in size for frying. They are coated directly or fried in oil.

Despite its high fat content, this is a less caloric food than other types of chips, since okra is poor in carbohydrates and rich in fiber. Ideal for feeding children or all varied and healthy diet.

FRIED OKRA RECIPE (FRIED QUIMBOMBO OR OKRA CHIPS)

Ingredients

Elaboration

  • Wash the okra and dry with paper towels.

  • Fry okra in a pan. The oil should never smoke.

  • Cover a plate with paper towels where to place okra after frying, to absorb the excess of oil.

  • Add salt and pepper to taste and serve as a starter or accompaniment.

Another variant of the recipe is to fry okra, whole or sliced, with breadcrumbs or cornmeal.

PUNTO ROJO More information on okra recipes and properties.

This article was endorsed by Elisenda Carballido - Dietitian nutritionist. Postgraduate in Phytotherapy and master in Nutrition and Metabolism.
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22 April, 2019

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