Okra with Scallion, Lime, and Ginger

Name: Okra with Scallion, Lime, and Ginger
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound small to medium okra, trimmed, leaving tops and tips; 1 cup chopped scallions (about 1 bunch); 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 piece peeled ginger, cut into very thin matchsticks; 1 whole lime wedges

A light and flavorful dish featuring tender steamed okra tossed with aromatic scallions, fresh ginger, and bright lime. This healthy side dish combines Asian-inspired flavors with the unique texture of okra.

4 servings

10 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•1 pound small to medium okra, trimmed, leaving tops and tips
•1 cup chopped scallions (about 1 bunch)
•3 tablespoons vegetable oil
•1 piece peeled ginger, cut into very thin matchsticks
•1 whole lime wedges

Cooking Instructions

1.
Steam okra in a steamer over boiling water, covered, until just tender, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish.
7 min
2.
Cook scallions in oil with 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring, just until softened, 1 to 3 minutes. Pour over okra and toss with ginger. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over okra.
3 min