How to Rehydrate Dried Okra
How to use and rehydrate dried okra
Fresh okra is cut into large pieces and is soft enough to be eaten raw after rubbing and washing. It retains its color and shape even when heated, and you can enjoy the unique sticky texture of okra.
This time, we will introduce three ways to rehydrate dried okra. We will also share the texture and cooking ideas you can enjoy with each method, so please take a look.
[Put it in as is] A little sticky but light
| Rehydration time |
0 min |
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Suitable dishes |
Soup, oatmeal, microwave recipes |
If you eat it as is, it has a slightly sticky, light taste. If you add it to soup or cooked rice and heat it, it becomes sticky and full of flavor. Since no preparation is required, it is easy to make pickles and microwave dishes.
[Soak for 1 hour] A crispy texture with a chewy texture
| Rehydration time |
1 hr |
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Suitable dishes |
Salad toppings and pasta |
If you soak the okra in water for about an hour, it will retain its firmness and have a light, crunchy texture. At the same time, it will have the light, sticky texture that is unique to okra, making it perfect for a variety of dishes. Some recommended ways to use it include the following dishes.
- Stir-fry with meat dishes : Lightly stir-frying okra with meat adds a crispy accent and nutritional value.
- Salad topping : Use it as a topping for vegetable salads or chilled pasta to add a refreshing crunch.
- Add to pasta : Adding okra to simple oil pasta or tomato sauce pasta adds a nice texture and makes it more satisfying to eat.
[Half-day soaking] A soft texture with a slight crunch
| Rehydration time |
Approximately 12 hours |
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Suitable dishes |
Topping of cold tofu, boiled vegetables |
If you soak the okra for half a day, it will lose most of its chewiness and become soft. This method of soaking makes the okra more sticky and gives it a unique, creamy flavor. This method can also be used in a variety of dishes.
- Topping with hiyayakko (cold tofu ): Place on top of hiyayakko (cold tofu) and drizzle with soy sauce or ponzu sauce to create a delicious dish with the gooey okra and smooth texture of tofu.
- As a dipping dish : Lightly drizzle with soy sauce or dashi stock to create a simple yet deep flavor.
- Sesame dressing : When combined with ground sesame, the sticky texture of the okra and the fragrant aroma of the sesame go perfectly together.
Recommended recipes using dried okra
- Bruschetta with dried vegetables: The delicious tomato season has arrived. We have created an original summer menu by adding dried vegetables to the usual bruschetta. Get the recipe
- Okra and Lemon Peperoncino: Ready in one frying pan! The flavor is determined by just lemon salt, and the addition of dried vegetables adds plenty of vegetables. Recipe here
[Summary] Achieve long-term storage with dried okra
Raw okra tends to become soggy when heated, whereas dried okra has a chewy texture. Furthermore, raw okra becomes watery when frozen, but dried okra can be stored crisply for a long time.
Depending on how you rehydrate and use dried okra, you can enjoy different textures and flavors, so try adjusting it to suit your favorite dishes.
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Dried okra
Large chunks, sticky texture
Fresh okra is cut into large pieces and is soft enough to be eaten raw after rubbing and washing. It retains its color and shape even when heated, and you can enjoy the unique sticky texture of okra.
For example, raw okra tends to become soggy when heated, whereas dried okra has a chewy texture. Furthermore, raw okra becomes watery when frozen, but dried okra can be stored crisply for a long time.
■ Large chunks with a sticky texture
■ It has a chewy texture that is different from raw.
■ If you store it in the freezer, it will become watery, but if you dry it, it can be stored for a long time.
■ The stickiness remains even when dry
How to use dried okra
If you eat it as is, it has a slightly sticky, light taste. If you add it to soup or cooked rice and heat it, it becomes sticky and full of flavor. Since no preparation is required, it is easy to make pickles and microwave dishes. How to Rehydrate Dried Okra
■ Can be used for microwave cooking such as soup and oatmeal
■ We also recommend dishes that cannot be made raw, such as seasoned rice.
Okra oatmeal: This is a great breakfast recipe that is easy to make by just popping it in the microwave and has a delicious chunky texture from the okra.
Nut and Veggie Granola Bars: Crunch, crunch, crunch. The chewing sounds of hard foods are also fun. I made a snack that makes such a loud "chewing sound" that I thought I might record it. Get the recipe
About the raw material okra
We use the Hercie variety, which has a unique sticky texture and a slightly whitish color. When raw, it has a soft texture, but is delicious when simply grilled. Hercie is a phytorich variety developed by Takii Seed Co., Ltd. in Kyoto, and contains water-soluble pectin, a type of dietary fiber.
Dried Okra Product Overview
Ingredients: Okra (produced in Kyoto Prefecture)
Producer: Ethie Agricultural Products Aiming for agriculture that is kind to the environment and people, they cultivate crops using homemade compost.
Contents:
- 20g: Try it first
- 20g x 2 bags: Perfect as a gift for a friend
- Large pack of 80g: For repeat customers
- 200g (simple packaging): For people who cook on a daily basis
Country of Origin: Kyoto, Kyotango
Expiration date: 180 days from date of manufacture
How to eat: It is recommended to use it in cooking, such as by rehydrating or stewing.
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