16 Best Okra Recipes

If you prep it properly, okra is a delicious vegetable that can complement any Southern dish. If you love the taste of okra, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up 16 of the best Okra Recipes for you to cook at home.

Southern Fried Okra Recipe

Ever heard of southern popcorn? It’s fried okra that looks like golden nuggets and tastes amazing. The entire family will find this dish irresistible.

Pickled Okra

This recipe gives crunchy okra, not slimy okra! Pickled in a homemade cider with vinegar, lemon, garlic, and spices, this keeps well in the fridge and you can toss it into any dish.

Air Fryer Okra

Is there anything you can’t do with your air fryer? To make sure your okra doesn’t end up slimy, follow this recipe to a tee. You’ll end up with crispy, crunchy fries that are seasoned to perfection. If you didn’t like okra before, you’ll love it now!

Okra Soup

Popular in West Africa, among other places, okra soup is a tasty stew that warms the soul.

Garlic Roasted Okra

Anything roasted with garlic is usually a hit so it’s no surprise that this recipe is a popular one. 

Pan-Fried Okra

Breaded and fried, this recipe results in tasty and delicious okra. (Follow the steps and check out the images to ensure you follow the recipe correctly.)

Okra Stew with Shrimp and Andouille

A tomato stew with succulent shrimp and andouille is a healthy and filling dish you will love. This is the recipe that can make anyone love okra, even picky eaters.

Mediterranean-Style Okra

This recipe perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors for a delicious taste with a Mediterranean twist. Stewed with onions, garlic, jalapenos, spices, and a splash of lime juice, this dish is a crowd-pleaser.

Okra Casserole

Baked okra is perfect for your holiday gatherings this year. Topped with breadcrumbs, this dish looks very similar to stuffing and is just as tasty.

Okra and Tomatoes

This Southern-style tomato stew is loaded with so much flavor. Made with bacon, onion, garlic, and cider vinegar, this meal is hearty and savory. Whether you use fresh or frozen ingredients, this dish smells and tastes delicious. Serve with some cornbread for an even more filling and flavorful meal.

Baked Chicken with Okra and Tomatoes

These bone-in chicken thighs are bursting with flavor since they’re seasoned with fresh herbs. This dish is going to be a family-favorite.

Succotash with Bacon, Okra, and Tomatoes

Looking for an easy, one-pan meal? This succotash with lima beans, bacon, corn, okra, and grape tomatoes is it! It’s a classic Southern-style comfort meal you will love.

Seafood and Okra Gumbo

Seafood gumbo is a tasty and hearty meal idea. Loaded with shrimp and oysters, okra, and plenty of spices and herbs, this dish is succulent and delicious.

Creole Chicken Okra

The best part about this mouthwatering meal loaded with veggies, spices, and Creole chicken, is that it is quick enough to prep even on a busy weeknight.

Cajun Chicken Cassoulet

This one-pot meal is bursting with Cajun spices. Made with smoked Cajun sausage, okra, and seasonings, this Southern cassoulet is a comfort meal the whole family will love.

Roasted Sweet Potato and Okra Salad

Give your sweet potato side dish a flavorful twist by tossing in yams, okra, red potatoes, and spinach. Tossed in a caper vinaigrette with mustard seeds, this tangy dish is perfect for holidays and dinner parties.