Okra

The okra, also known as gombo in Central Africa, may have a length of 4-15cm, depending on variety. The fruits are small and finger-thick and have several edges. The yellow to dark green, firm skin is covered with a fine fuzz. In the interior there are small round edible seeds surrounded by soft pulp. The fruit has few calories and contains very little fat. Substances are vitamin C, provitamin A and carbohydrates. Its taste is mild to slightly tangy, sometimes a bit sour piquant, it hints of beans or green gooseberries.

Okra originates from the heights of East Africa and is one of the oldest known vegetables. Today it is cultivated in Africa, Asia, India, South and Central America, but also in Mediterranean countries and France. It is exported to Europe from Kenya, Thailand, Brazil and many Central American countries.