The substances behind the slimy strings from okra and the gel from fenugreek seeds could trap microplastics better than a commonly used synthetic polymer. Previously, researchers proposed using these sticky natural polymers to clean up water. Now, they report in ACS Omega that okra and/or fenugreek extracts attracted and removed up to 90% of microplastics in ocean water, freshwater and groundwater.
Okra is amazing. You never really know the greatest of it, unless you’re in the south and grow up with it.
Fried okra alone with some ranch? Amazing
Okra with your fried steak and mash potatoes? Amazing
Okra with a side of hush puppies and cottage cheese? Amazing
So many options really. Throw it in the oven for a great snack. Healthy all around. Believe in Okra. It’s here to save the planet and I’m here for it.
Counterpoint: one piece of slimy okra from someone who didn’t know how to cook it will turn you off to it forever (in my case at least)
how do u cook it right? i wanna try it now
You can’t. It’s always disgusting.
It’s a staple vegetable in Asia. Not its fault you never tried it cooked correctly.