Okra Quingombo Okra Fresh 500g

Okra (Quirgombo okra) has healthy properties for the body and due to the viscosity of its seeds it is ideal for thickening sauces and stews. It tastes slightly similar to that of eggplant. It has a slimy texture. Okra is usually eaten cooked, although it is also common to find it raw in salads. It is also commonly used in stews, being cooked and seasoned with lemon. It contains, per 100 grams, 82mg of calcium, 0.62mg of iron, 57mg of magnesium, 61mg of phosphorus, 299mg of potassium, 7mg of sodium, 0.58mg of zinc, among other minerals. In addition, Okra is a source of antioxidants, which are contained in its pods and seeds.