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General Produce
Okra
10-, 15-, and 18-lb. packs.
- Fancy
- Extra Fancy
Good quality okra pods should be clean, fresh-looking, tender, and well-shaped. Avoid mis-shapen or decayed pods.
Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)
- 45-50° F/7-10° C
- 85-95% relative humidity
Pitting, discoloration, water-soaked spots, and decay are indications of chill injury.
Yellow discoloration, tough texture, and rapid decay can occur if okra is stored at high temperatures.
Exposure to low humidity can cause shriveling.
Okra is very susceptible to bruising and will turn black. For best quality, keep handling to a minimum; do not drop shipping containers on the floor.
Yellowing and loss of green color can occur if okra is exposed to ethylene gas. Keep product away from ethylene-producing fruits and ripening rooms.
- Stew okra with tomatoes, garbanzo beans, and onions with garam masala paste; serve with white rice.
- Stew chicken with okra, garlic, corn, sweet potatoes, and thyme; offer buttermilk biscuits on the side.
Nutritional Information
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.