Okra water is made by infusing okra pods in water to extract its nutrients and create a drink. Here's how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 4-5 fresh okra pods
- Water (approximately 16 ounces/2 cups)
Instructions:
- Wash the Okra: Thoroughly wash the okra pods to remove any dirt or pesticides.
- Prepare the Okra: You can either slice the okra into smaller pieces or leave them whole. Slicing can help with faster infusion.
- Soak the Okra: Place the okra pieces (or whole pods) in a jar or container.
- Add Water: Pour the water over the okra, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Refrigerate: Cover the jar or container and refrigerate for 8-24 hours. This allows the okra to infuse the water with its nutrients.
- Strain (Optional): After soaking, you can strain the water to remove the okra pieces. Some people prefer to drink it with the okra still in the water.
- Consume: Drink the okra water. It's best consumed within 24 hours for maximum freshness.
Tips and Considerations:
- Freshness: Use fresh okra for the best results.
- Soaking Time: Experiment with soaking times to find your preferred taste and consistency. Longer soaking times may result in a more mucilaginous (slimy) texture.
- Flavor: The taste of okra water is often described as mild and slightly grassy.
- Consistency: Okra water can be slightly viscous due to the mucilage in okra.
