Description

This Roasted Okra recipe is a simple and flavorful way to enjoy fresh okra with a crispy texture and aromatic spices. Coated in avocado oil and seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, fennel seeds, cumin, and salt, the okra bakes to golden perfection, eliminating any sliminess while delivering a deliciously roasted taste perfect as a side dish or snack.

Ingredients

Scale

Okra and Seasoning

1 pound fresh okra, ends and stems removed, sliced into 1” pieces
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon fennel seeds
½ teaspoon cumin seeds (or ¼ teaspoon ground cumin)
½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425℉ (220℃). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and set it aside for later use.
Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced okra with avocado oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, and salt. Toss everything until the okra pieces are evenly coated with the oil and spices, ensuring maximum flavor and even cooking.
Arrange Okra: Spread the seasoned okra out in a single, even layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet. This helps each piece roast evenly and become crispy on the edges.
Roast Okra: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the okra for 25 to 30 minutes. Bake until the okra edges turn crispy and golden brown, with no sliminess remaining, stirring or shaking the pan halfway through if desired for even roasting.
Serve: Once roasted to crispy perfection, remove from oven and serve immediately. Enjoy as a savory side dish or a healthy snack.

Notes

Use avocado oil or any high smoke point oil such as olive oil or grapeseed oil for best roasting results.
For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to allow air circulation around each okra piece.
Adjust spices according to preference; you can add chili powder or cayenne for heat.
To avoid sliminess, ensure okra is dry before seasoning and roast at high heat.
The fennel and cumin seeds can be lightly crushed or ground to release more flavor if preferred.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: roasted okra, crispy okra, baked okra, vegan side dish, healthy okra recipe, spiced okra, easy vegetable recipes