Spicy Okra Stir-Fry

5 from 1 vote

This Spicy Okra Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful side dish that packs a punch of heat with minimal ingredients. With tender, crisp okra and a savory garlic-chili sauce, it’s ready in under 15 minutes!

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Asian, filipino

Servings: people

Calories: 142kcal

Author: Rose Sioson

Equipment

1 Wok or skillet

Ingredients

1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil, canola oil
1 pound Okra ends trimmed
3 cloves Garlic minced
½ cup onion chopped
2 pieces Bird's eye Chili Pepper, Red pepper flakes or Chili Oil (2 teaspoon)
1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce
Salt and Pepper

Instructions

Prep the Okra: Wash and thoroughly dry the okra before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
Sauté the Garlic and Onion: In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, cooking until softened and fragrant.
1 tablespoon coconut oil, 3 cloves Garlic, ½ cup onion
Add the Okra: Toss in the okra, stirring occasionally until it’s tender but still slightly crisp.
1 pound Okra
Season: Add chili oil and oyster sauce, salt and pepper stirring to coat the okra evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
2 pieces Bird's eye Chili Pepper, Red pepper flakes or Chili Oil (2 teaspoon), 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce, Salt and Pepper
Serve: Remove from heat and serve hot alongside your favorite grilled or fried dishes.

Notes

Dry the okra well. Any moisture will make it steam instead of sear, which brings out the slime. Pat it dry well before cooking.
Use a hot pan. You want the okra to sizzle right away so it chars instead of softening too slowly.
Do not overcrowd the pan. Too much okra at once lowers the heat and causes steaming. Cook in batches if needed.
Let it sit before stirring. Give the okra a minute to char on the pan before tossing it around.

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