Crispy Roasted Okra – Easy 20-Minute Side Dish

Ingredients

• pound fresh okra
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp Freshly ground pepper
• 1 tsp Kosher salt
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tsp fresh mint (chopped)
• Optional (cajun spice mix)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Rinse the okra, and drain on a kitchen towel, drying thoroughly. Clip the tips lengthwise down the center with a pair of scissors or sharp knife. Trim the ends if you prefer and then place the okra in a large bowl. Salt and pepper to taste, and toss with the olive oil until coated.

2. 2

   Remove okra and place on a sheet pan in one layer. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes shaking the pan every five minutes. The okra should have a nice sear. If using larger okra you'll need to cook longer.

3. 3

   Remove from the heat, toss with spice mix and fresh herbs, if desired. Transfer to a platter. Serve hot.