Oven-Roasted Okra

Switch up your usual weeknight veggies with this one-of-a-kind oven-roasted okra! Tender, crispy bite-sized pieces of okra perfectly seasoned in savory herbs and spices and roasted to crispy perfection. If you're looking for a quick snack or side dish, this recipe totally fits the bill!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine African, American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 301kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

1 pound fresh okra, sliced lengthwise (or rounds or left whole if you prefer)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
½ teaspoon smoked paprika

Dipping Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon sugar (optional)
¼ teaspoon salt to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Preheat your oven to about 425°F (220°C).
Rinse the okra thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Trim off the stem ends of each okra pod, then slice each okra pod in half. You could leave the okra whole or cut them into ⅓-inch slices.
Combine Creole seasoning, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika in a separate small bowl.
Place the okra in another bowl and drizzle olive oil over it. Gently toss it to ensure that it's evenly coated with oil.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the okra and toss again until each pod is well coated.
Spread the seasoned okra in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure the pods are not overlapping.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the okra for 15-20 minutes or until it becomes crispy and slightly browned. You may want to check on the okra and toss it halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning.
Once roasted, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the okra cool for a few minutes before serving.
Add mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and black pepper to a small bowl. Mix well.
Serve the okra with the sauce, and enjoy!

Notes

Make sure to thoroughly dry the okra before coating it with oil. That helps the seasonings stick better and prevents the okra from drying out.
Adjust the roasting time according to how done you like them. Keep in mind that roasting okra too long may result in slightly bitter okra.
Avoid the temptation to overcrowd the baking sheet. To get beautifully roasted, crispy okra, leave space between them so they all touch the pan.
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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