Description
Garlic Chili Roasted Okra is a quick and flavorful side dish featuring fresh okra pods tossed in olive oil, minced garlic, and chili powder, then roasted to crispy perfection. This easy recipe yields a beautifully crunchy snack or accompaniment with a spicy, garlicky kick, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh okra, firm and bright green
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, freshly minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to roast the okra quickly and achieve a crispy texture.
- Prepare the Okra: Wash the okra thoroughly and pat it dry to prevent sogginess. Trim off the stem ends carefully without cutting into the pods to keep them intact during roasting.
- Season the Okra: In a mixing bowl, toss the okra with the olive oil, freshly minced garlic, chili powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Ensure every pod is evenly coated to guarantee consistent flavor and roasting.
- Arrange and Roast: Spread the okra in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Avoid overcrowding the pan so that each pod crisps up nicely. Roast for 15–20 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the okra is roasted to a golden perfection with crispy edges, remove it from the oven and serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh okra that is firm and bright green for best results and to avoid sliminess.
- Make sure the okra is completely dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Adjust chili powder amount to taste for more or less heat.
- Shaking the baking sheet halfway through roasting ensures even cooking and browning.
- Serve immediately after roasting to maintain crisp texture.
- Parchment paper helps with easy cleanup and prevents sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 4 ounces)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
