How To Store Okra After Picking

Okra can be stored in the fridge for up to five days. To store, first remove the stem and slice the okra into 1-inch pieces. Place the okra in a single layer on a plate and cover with plastic wrap. Place the plate in the fridge and enjoy within five days.

How To Store Okra After Picking

Okra can be stored in the fridge for up to two days. To store, place the okra in a plastic bag and seal it shut. Then, place the bag in the fridge.

To store fresh okra, gather a bunch of the pods and cut off the stem. Cut the pods into 1-2 inch pieces. Blanch the pieces in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and cool the pieces down in ice water. Pack the cooled pieces into a container and freeze.

• Wash the pods in cold water
• Pack the pods into a container or bag and store in the refrigerator
• Dry the pods with a clean cloth or paper towel
• Pick okra pods when they are young and tender

-Remove any excess stems or leaves from the okra -Store in a paper bag in the fridge for 3-4 days -Can also be frozen for later use

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do You Prepare Okra For Freezer?

Wash the okra and slice into thin pieces. Blanch the sliced okra in boiling water for two minutes. Drain and cool the okra quickly by plunging into ice water. Package the okra in freezer bags or containers and freeze.

What To Do After Picking Okra?

After picking okra, it should be rinsed and dried. It can then be stored in the refrigerator for a few days or frozen for later use.

Is It Ok To Freeze Okra Without Blanching?

It is generally acceptable to freeze okra without blanching it first, though there may be a slight loss in quality. Blanching helps to preserve flavor and color, so freezing okra without blanching may result in a less-than-ideal product. That said, if you are diligent about packaging the okra well and using it within a few months, freezing it without blanching should still produce an edible final product.

To Review

Okra can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. To store, place okra in a plastic bag and remove as much air as possible.