What makes this recipe so great is that it can be ready in under 10 minutes. Just boil it, chill it up in some cold water, then drizzle light soy sauce and you’ve got a side dish that’s both scrumptious and healthy.

Is Okra Salad Healthy?

What’s even better is that okra has tons of health benefits. It’s a nutrient-dense vegetable that’s low on calories and carbs, and high in vitamins C and K. Because it contains protein, a nutrient that many other fruits and vegetables don’t have, this exquisite vegetable is quite special.

Okra is also packed with many antioxidants that benefit our health. If you’re not familiar with antioxidants, just know that they may lower your risk of developing major illnesses, stop inflammation, and improve your general health. The icing on the cake is that okra also contains polyphenols which can support our heart and brain function (2 of our most important organs). Learn more about Okra’s health benefits.

How to Make Okra Not Slimy?

With all the benefits being said, okra’s unique taste and its slimy texture can be somewhat unappealing to some people. If you have tried a few ways of eating okra and it hasn’t been working out for you, yet you still hold on to hope, try our super easy okra salad recipe. If you’re already an okra lover like me, then you definitely should not miss this one!

How Do you Make Okra Salad?

To make this simple okra salad recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• Fresh okra 175g
• Light soy sauce ½ tbsp
• Olive oil 1 tsp
• Salt 1 tsp

With just these few ingredients, you can make a side dish that works for many occasions and is easy to put together through the following quick steps:

• Carefully wash your okra and begin boiling a pot of water with 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
• Put your okra in the boiling water, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and let it boil for 4 minutes.
• Prepare a container of cold water (you can add ice to make it even colder) then place the boiled okra until cooled or chilled.
• Cut off the top part, then thinly slice or tear, removing as many seeds as you wish.
• Place okra on a plate then drizzle with light soy sauce before serving.

And there you have it! We hope you enjoy this lovely side dish. It’s refreshing and nutritious, making it perfect for hot days.

More Chinese Salads

Okra may not be for everyone but that doesn’t mean you can’t have options for your diners. We’ve got an amazingly delicious beef and coriander salad recipe that’s reminiscent of classic Chinese street food.

Easy Chinese Okra Salad Recipe

Recipe by LinCourse: SaladsCuisine: ChineseDifficulty: Super Easy

Servings

2

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

4

minutes

This recipe shows you how to make an easy and quick Chinese okra salad that’s refreshing for hot days and super healthy.

Ingredients

• Fresh okra 175g

• Light soy sauce ½ tbsp

• Olive oil 1 tsp

• Salt 1 tsp

Directions

• Carefully wash your Okra.
• Boil a pot of water with 1 tsp olive oil in it.
• Put okra in the boiling water, add 1 tsp salt and let it boil for 4 mins.
• Prepare a big enough container of cold water. You can put some ice in the water if you have some ready.
• Take your boiled okra, gently drain them then put them in the cold/ice water.
• Change the water if needed until your okra is completely cooled.
• Cut the top part, thinly slice them or tear them if you wish. I removed most of the seeds, but you’re welcome to keep them if you don’t mind.
• Place them on a plate.
• Drip ½ tbsp of light soy sauce evenly over the boiled okra.
• Ready to serve!

Try It Yourself!

And there you have it! This is how you can make a scrumptious and refreshing Chinese okra salad in under 10 minutes. Try it for yourself and let us know how it turned out by tagging us on Instagram.

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A popular saying in China is “王者以民为天，而民以食为天”, which means “The kingdom depends on people, but people depends on food”. Also, it’s a common belief amongst travellers that the best way of understanding a country and its culture is through its food. If you’re planning a trip to China, check out China’s top 10 night markets for a deep dive into Chinese culture through your taste buds.

Back to the dish now which packs tender, spicy, refreshing and vibrant all in one bowl. This special dish is originated from the 湘 (xiāng) region in Hunan Province, and it will knock your socks off. Other than that, it’s easy to prepare and quick to put together.

Chinese Coriander Beef Salad Recipe

Recipe by LinCourse: SaladCuisine: Chinese

Servings

3

servings

Prep time

25

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

This recipe will show you how to make an authentic Chinese coriander beef salad just like in the night markets of Hunan province.

Ingredients

• Main

• 500g beef joint

• 30g fresh coriander

• Marinate sauce

• 1 tbsp light soy

• 2 tsp dark soy

• 1/2 tsp Shaoxing cooking wine

• ¼ tsp baking soda

• 2 tsp starch

• Salad Dressing

• 1 tbsp white sesame seeds

• 2 tsp chilli flakes

• ¼ salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ½ tbsp sugar

• ½ tbsp Chinese dark rice vinegar

• ½ tbsp light soy

• 5 shakes of ground Chinese Sichuan pepper

• 2 cloves of garlic

• 2 fresh chillies

• 2 spring onions

Directions

• Cut your beef joint into thick pieces (around 3mm thick) and put them in a big container. I bought Sainsbury’s small fatted beef roasting joint and just removed the fat part, but you can use other cuts as well.
• Add 1 tbsp light soy, 2 tsp dark soy, ½ tsp Shaoxing cooking wine, ¼ tsp baking soda, 2 tsp starch to the sliced beef, massage well and set it aside. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes.
• Finely slice the chillies, spring onions and chop 2 cloves of garlic. Put them in a bowl.
• Add 1 tbsp white sesame seeds, 2 tsp chilli flakes, ¼ salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, ½ tbsp sugar, ½ tbsp Chinese dark rice vinegar, ½ tbsp light soy, and 5 shakes of ground Chinese Sichuan pepper in the bowl.
• Heat up 3 tbsp of vegetable oil and pour it over the mixed dressing ingredients. You should be able to smell the fragrance by now; absolutely mouth-watering!
• Wash 30g fresh coriander and cut them in half. Set them aside on a plate for later use.
• Boil a pot of water.
• Boil the marinated sliced beef until it is thoroughly cooked. Drain the water and let the meat cool.
• Put the cooled meat in a big container, add the salad dressing and fresh coriander and mix well.
• Plate and serve. Hope this refreshing beef salad can bring you joy as all good food should do 您慢用 (nín màn yòng).

Try It Yourself!

And there you have it! You can now make an authentic Chinese coriander beef salad to bring a dose of Chinese night market to your table. Try it out and let us know how it went by leaving us a comment below. We also check the comments for questions so fire away if you need some guidance. Be sure to also follow us on Instagram for more photos of authentic Chinese dishes.

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