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Definition
Okra, also known as ladies' fingers; a long green vegetable with a slimy texture when cooked.
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How it's used
Okra is widely appreciated in Hong Kong for its unique texture, which becomes slimy when cooked. It is frequently served blanched with soy sauce or stir-fried with garlic to balance the texture. Many people specifically seek it out for its perceived health benefits, often associating it with better digestion.
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Do you like eating okra?
This dish of stir-fried okra is very crisp.
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Common phrases
chilled okra with sauce
stir-fried okra with garlic
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