Fresh Okra (Bhindi), 500g | Crisp & Tender Vegetable

Fresh Okra (Bhindi) brings a gentle crunch and subtle flavor to every dish — whether it's a weeknight curry or your weekend Surinamese roti spread. This vibrant green vegetable isn’t just delicious; it’s a staple across Indian, Caribbean, and African kitchens for a reason.

With its slender shape and soft tip, okra tastes like a natural blend of green beans, zucchini, and eggplant. It adapts beautifully to any method — boil, stir-fry, grill, stew, roast, or fry. That sticky sap? It’s nature’s thickener, especially great in gumbo-style stews and South Indian sambars.

Okra goes by many names — Vendaikkai (Tamil), Bendakaya (Telugu), Vendakka (Malayalam), Bhindi (Hindi), Dharosh (Bengali), and more — and appears in countless family recipes. At Ekirana, we honor this cultural diversity by delivering only fresh, high-quality okra straight from our Netherlands-based facility.

Whether you're preparing Bhindi Masala, Vendakkai Sambar, or simply tossing okra on the grill with sea salt, this humble vegetable transforms everyday meals into flavourful experiences. Rich in natural thickening properties, it’s a go-to for curries, gumbos, and soups. From Tamil Nadu to Paramaribo to Paris, okra holds a special place in culinary traditions.

This blog guide celebrates okra’s global journey and shows you how to cook, store, and enjoy it in creative ways. You'll also find six delicious recipes — including stuffed bhindi, grilled okra skewers, and crispy fried bhindi — each easy to try at home. Explore, cook, and bring home the magic of okra with Ekirana.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: Is this okra fresh or frozen?
  A: This is 100% fresh okra, never frozen. We ship from the weekly fresh stock..
• Q: How can I cook it?
  A: Okra can be sautéed, fried, stewed, grilled, or even added to soups. Try not to over-stir to keep the texture intact.
• Q: Is okra slimy?
  A: It does release sap when cut, but drying it before cooking helps reduce this. That sap works well in thickening curries.
• Q: How long does it stay fresh?
  A: 3–5 days when refrigerated. Store it in a dry, breathable bag (like paper or perforated plastic).
• Q: Can I order it online?
  A: Absolutely! Ekirana delivers fresh okra weekly across the Netherlands.