The recipe, by Houston chef Anita Jaisinghani, was inspired by visits to Kriti Kitchen in West University Place.

Tangy, creamy and caramelized, this is the kind of salad that may win over any okra doubters in your circle. And if it doesn’t, well, that means there will be even more for you.

In a large, deep skillet, heat 1 inch of vegetable oil to 350°. Working in batches, fry the okra strips, stirring a few times, until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes per batch.

Charred Okra Salad with Spiced Onion in New York on Aug. 31, 2022. Look for okra pods that don't have browning or dark streaks, which means they've been sitting around for a while.

Since this okra and pearl couscous salad is so filling, it can make for a stand-alone lunch, but would also be the perfect ...

Fall Rice Salad with Grilled Okra, Corn and Poblanos. Makes about 8 servings. This salad is delicious as it is and can be a main course or a side dish.

Don't overlook okra when planning your next salad. Crispy okra pairs beautifully with a variety of vegetables. Find out how to make this dish.