We Call It “Ochro” in Guyana — and Okra is One of My Favorite Foods! Nutritional Benefits & Recipe

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus Moench), known in many English-speaking countries as ladies’ fingers, bhindi, bamia, or gumbo, is a flowering plant in the mallow family. It is valued for its edible green seed pods. The geographical origin of okra is disputed, with supporters of West African,...