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.
  • JPSound@lemmy.worldEnglish
    71·
    8 days ago

    I fucking LOVE okra and I’m glad to see that it’s even good at other things than me turning it into the most delicious, crispy and nutritious snack you’ve ever had. When you cook them right like we do down south (yeee-haw!), they’ll never be slimy like that shit you get in the freezer section at a grocery store.

    I got 8 okra stalks just coming up in my garden that will yield me many, many pounds of okra throughout this summer.

    • Okokimup@lemmy.worldEnglish
      2·
      8 days ago

      Are you anywhere near VA? I need yo to cook me some okra so I can find out what it’s like not slimy.

      • h0rnman@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
        41·
        8 days ago

        Cut off the stem end

        Slice lengthwise

        Drizzle with chili oil and salt

        Roast at 425 for 25-30 minutes, turning once

        That’s literally all you need to do for an amazing crispy and spicy snack