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Traditional stew with protein and fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Beef dried okra stew (200 g) has 182 calories. That works out to 91 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 4.8 g of fiber. Its 1.4 µg of B12 covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
182
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
4.8g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 34% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 182 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.36 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 490 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 25 g | 23 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 319 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 91 calories per 100 g.
Beef dried okra stew is made by simmering prepared dried okra with beef, onion, and a tomato-based broth. Soften the okra separately in water with lemon, drain it, and add it after the beef has begun to tenderize; gentle stirring helps keep the pods intact.
Dried okra is okra preserved by drying, often sold whole or threaded together. For beef dried okra stew, it usually needs rinsing and brief simmering in water with lemon before it goes into the pot; an overnight soak is generally unnecessary.
You can reduce the slimy texture in beef dried okra stew by briefly pre-cooking the dried okra in lemon water and avoiding vigorous stirring. Add it after the beef is partly tender, then simmer gently until the pods are soft without falling apart.
Yes, beef dried okra stew is a Turkish-style home-cooked dish made with dried okra and meat. Dried okra is particularly useful when fresh okra is out of season, and household recipes vary in their use of tomato, lemon, and meat.
Yes, lamb works in beef dried okra stew as a substitute for beef, although the dish will have a richer, more pronounced meat flavor. Cook the lamb until nearly tender before adding the prepared dried okra so the pods do not overcook.
Yes, fresh or frozen okra can replace dried okra in beef dried okra stew, but the result will have a different texture and flavor. Skip the dried-okra rehydration step, add the fresh or frozen pods later in cooking, and stir gently.
Lemon gives beef dried okra stew a bright, tangy flavor that balances the savory meat and tomato. It is also commonly used when preparing dried okra before cooking. Add it gradually, especially if the okra was already simmered in lemon water.
Rice, bulgur, or bread are classic choices with beef dried okra stew because they make it easy to enjoy the tomato-rich cooking liquid. Plain yogurt can also be served alongside it for a cool contrast to the stew's tangy flavor.
Beef dried okra stew keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, using gentle heat so the okra does not break apart.
Yes, beef dried okra stew can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers, though the okra may become softer after thawing. Cool the stew before freezing, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it gently rather than boiling it hard.
Vitamins
B12
1.44µg · 60% DV
B3
4.7mg · 29% DV
B6
0.38mg · 22% DV
Vitamin K
24.8µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Copper
0.32mg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
222mg · 32% DV
Zinc
3.24mg · 29% DV
Sodium
490mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
552mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Beef dried okra stew combines dried okra with beef, usually cooked slowly with onion and often tomato until the okra softens and the broth takes on a gentle thickness. It is a traditional home-style dish in Turkey, where drying small okra pods is a practical way to enjoy them beyond their fresh season. A little lemon is often added for a pleasantly tart finish.
Serve it hot as a main course, commonly with rice or bread; a fresh salad makes a good contrast. The beef contributes protein and the okra adds fibre, so the stew is more than just a meat dish. For a lighter version, choose lean beef and keep added oil modest.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.