Lady Finger (Okra) 250G
Product Summary
| Product | Lady Finger (Okra) |
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| Also Known As | Okra, Bendi |
| Weight | 250g |
| Type | Fresh Vegetable |
| Colour | Green |
| Flavour | Mild and Slightly Grassy |
| Texture | Tender with Small Edible Seeds |
| Common Uses | Curries, Stir-Fries, Sambal, Asam Pedas and Blanched Vegetable Dishes |
Description
Fresh Lady Finger, also known as Okra or Bendi, is a green vegetable with a slender shape, tender texture and mild, slightly grassy flavour. Its small edible seeds and natural juices make it a versatile ingredient for curries, stir-fries, sambal, asam pedas and a variety of everyday vegetable dishes.
Physical Characteristics
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Size: Grows 3 to 5 inches (8 to 13 cm) long with a long, elegant, tapered pod shape.
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Skin & Surface: Bright green, velvety-soft skin featuring 5 to 8 distinct outer ridges and a small cap stem.
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Seeds & Flesh: Tender outer wall surrounding a hollow interior filled with small, edible white seeds and natural moisture.
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Texture: Crisp and tender when quick-cooked, with a smooth, velvety texture that softens as it cooks down.
Growth and Origin
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Native Habitat: Native to tropical regions of West Africa and South Asia, now widely grown across tropical climates.
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Cultivation & Sourcing: Grown in warm, sunny environments with regular watering, harvested young while pods are slender and flexible to ensure maximum tenderness and steady year-round supply.
How to Use
Wash the lady fingers thoroughly under clean running water and trim the stem ends as needed. Keep them whole or slice them according to your recipe. They can be stir-fried with garlic or chilli, simmered in curries and asam pedas, or blanched and served with sambal belacan. Lady fingers can also be added to soups and other vegetable dishes. Avoid overcooking if you prefer a firmer texture.
Nutritional Benefits
Lady fingers, also known as okra, are a source of dietary fibre, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate and other nutrients. They also contain naturally occurring antioxidants and mucilage, a type of soluble fibre that gives cooked okra its characteristic slightly slippery texture. Lady fingers can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.
How to Store
Keep fresh lady finger refrigerated until ready to use. Store it in a breathable bag or suitable container to help maintain freshness and avoid excess moisture. Wash the pods just before cooking and remove any damaged or discoloured pieces. Use while the pods remain firm and fresh.
Order & Delivery Process
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Step 4: Warehouse receives order and items picked, packed & delivered to customer.
Step 5: Customer’s order fulfilled.
Order cancellation & reschedule delivery
Any cancellation of order or reschedule delivery shall be made before 6pm from the same day of placement of your order ("Grace Period") by contacting our customer service officer at veggies.my@gmail.com or our hotline: 016-6505535. Any request for cancellation made or reschedule delivery after the Grace Period will not be entertained.
We reserve the absolute discretion to approve or reject your request for cancellation or reschedule delivery. For any cancellation of your order, you shall be responsible for the payment of an administrative charge, which shall be determined by us prior to your cancellation. Notwithstanding anything stated to the contrary, no cancellation or reschedule delivery will be entertained once your orders have been shipped to your shipping address.
Frequently Asked Questions
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