This is okra.
It's got a reputation for being slimy.
You've seen it fried, or hanging out in gumbos and soups.
If you ask me, it's been getting a bad rap.
There's another side to this veggie.
But most people won't give it the time of day.
If only they'd slice it into quarter-inch pieces and sautee on high heat in a skillet, they'd see the slime disappears. Yielding firm and flavorful bits of fiber. I tossed almonds, bacon and onions in the pan too. =)
