“Is that salsa?” one of my cooks asked as I pulled a steaming tray of blistered tomatoes out of the oven. It could be, but that was not what I was going for. I’ve always been fascinated by how ...

Okra is unlike any other green vegetable at the store. This veggie boasts a sweet yet grassy flavor, but it can also have a slimy texture that many find off-putting. However, all it takes is the right ...

In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant for about 3 minutes. Add chili powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, and turmeric and ...

Though notions of seasonality can feel precious at times — especially in our grocery stores where you can get most anything you want throughout the year — I still like to punctuate the seasons with a ...

This freezes well and is ideal to use in making okra gumbo. Makes 10 or more servings 10 pounds tender okra 3 medium onions, chopped 8 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped (or two 16-ounce cans ...

The secret to avoiding okra becoming slimy is all in the preparation The exact native home of okra is in dispute. Some say West Africa. Others say Ethiopia or Eritrea, and others claim India is their ...

In a new cookbook, culinary historian Michael W. Twitty pays homage to the rich tapestry of cultures that have shaped ...

When I mentioned recently to a friend that I was developing some recipes highlighting okra, he forced a polite smile and said, “Well, there’s a lot there to work with.” Sensing his distaste, I assured ...

Approaching okra creatively will broaden the complexity and flavors of your cooking. A one-pan spiced shrimp dinner proves it. By Yewande Komolafe Okra is a kind of culinary education bound in sturdy, ...