Last summer I developed a recipe for oven-roasted okra, which was my way of celebrating one of my favorite vegetables. I love its slipperiness, crisp exterior, and simple, earthy flavor. Fresh okra is ...

We have enjoyed the whole fried okra at Marlow's several times. It's in the "sides" section of the menu. We have tried to duplicate the batter they use but have been unable to. Could you possibly get ...

The classic Southern dish does more than just nourish: It tells a bigger story of the Black American cooks who have preserved its legacy, while creating their own versions. By Kayla Stewart For the ...

This recipe was first shared on Dec. 21, 2010 from Angela McCrovitz, a Charleston chef and former instructor at the Culinary Institute of Charleston. Starting just below the stem cap, slice okra in ...

Fresh okra slices on a wood cutting board - Nungning20/Shutterstock Whether it's the slimy inside or the bitter aftertaste, some people would rather not see fried okra on their plate. Yet, fans of the ...

For the born-and-bred Southerner, few culinary experiences rival the intense satisfaction of biting into perfectly fried okra. “Whether it was at Sunday dinner, in a cafeteria or in a restaurant, a ...

It takes a lot to make the best version of a Southern dish. Everyone is willing to fight to the death to preserve the honor of their grandmama’s hot water cornbread or collard greens, which means that ...

For the born-and-bred Southerner, few culinary experiences rival the intense satisfaction of biting into perfectly fried okra. “Whether it was at Sunday dinner, in a cafeteria or in a restaurant, a ...

A recipe for a quick pan-fried treat uses okra from the farmers’ market. By Florence Fabricant It’s late summer, and the farm stands are selling okra. I bought some without a recipe in mind; the ...

Choosing between sides at a Southern restaurant is like trying to choose your favorite child. The macaroni and cheese is a shoe-in, the collards aren’t going anywhere, and there’s always a chance for ...