Keto Crispy Okra Chips are a low-carb dish with a delicious taste. It contains 4 grams of net carbs and 7 grams of fats in one serving. These chips provide a crispy texture while remaining on a keto diet. We make this recipe with the use of some different ingredients like spices, cayenne pepper, okra, avocado oil, pepper, olive oil, and salt. They are readily available in the kitchen or at shops. We do not recommend freezing this dish because frozen okra would result in a soggy texture, but it can be easily stored in the fridge for three to four days. Keto Crispy Okra Chips are perfect for a snack, weekdays, as an appetizer, and for dinner. This dish cooks in only 25 minutes without any complications.
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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Course: Snack, Appetizer
- No. of Calories: 90 kcal
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: American, Keto
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Single portion size: 1 cup
- Cooking mode: Oven-baked
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: 35 minutes
TOOLS:
- Spatula or tongs
- Mixing bowl
- Silicone baking mat or parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Mandoline slicer or sharp knife
- Baking tray
INGREDIENTS:
- Half a tsp of garlic powder
- 12 oz of washed and dried fresh okra
- One tsp of smoked paprika
- 2 tbsps of avocado or olive oil
- Half a tsp of salt
- 1/4 tsp of black pepper
- Onion powder, half a tsp.
- Cayenne pepper, one-fourth tsp.
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTION:
PEPPER & SALT:
- These ingredients are important for this dish because they provide a savory taste in the okra chips. You can adjust them as you want.
AVOCADO OR OLIVE OIL:
- They are good for a keto diet because they have a low-carb count and healthy fats. The avocado oil contains a high smoke point, and it is perfect for baking.
CAYENNE PEPPER:
- It helps to provide an energy boost without adding carbs, and it is ideal for spice consumers.
OKRA:
- This component is low-carb naturally and contains high fiber content, which is perfect for maintaining a keto diet. Completely dry the okra to produce a crispy texture.
SPICES:
- We add garlic, smoked paprika, and powder of onion to provide a flavor with no added carbs. We can also prepare this dish with the use of chili powder and Italian seasoning.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Apply parchment paper to a baking tray to cover it.
- Slice the okra lengthwise into thin, 1/8-inch-thick strips after trimming the ends.
- Garnish the okra slices with the salt, olive oil, garlic powder, pepper, optional cayenne, smoked paprika, and onion powder in a bowl.
- Carefully mix them to coat completely.
- Arrange the okra in a single layer on the baking sheet you’ve set up, ensuring the slices are evenly spaced for uniform browning.
- Bake, turning the slices once, for twenty-five minutes.
- In the final five minutes, keep close attention to avoid burning.
- Bring it out from the oven and leave the okra chips to chill on a cooling rack to retain their crispy texture.
- Serve this dish quickly or save it for later.
TIPS:
- It is important to fully dry okra before oiling to prevent mushy chips.
- We can try different spices, such as nutritional yeast or curry powder, for variation.
- Make uniform slices of the okra to ensure consistent baking.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPS:
- Garlic Aioli
- Keto Ranch Dressing
- Spicy Avocado Dip
- Lemon Herb Yogurt Dip
PROTEINS:
- Grilled Chicken Strips
- Baked Salmon
- Keto Beef Sliders
- Pan-Seared Shrimp
SALADS & SIDES:
- Caesar Salad
- Keto Coleslaw
- Zucchini Noodles
- Cucumber Tomato Salad
SNACKS:
- Cheese Cubes
- Olives
- Nuts & Seeds Mix
- Deviled Eggs
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Keep it in a closed bowl for three to four days.
FREEZING:
- We don’t suggest freezing this dish because the frozen okra will give a soggy texture.
FAQs:
May I add some spices for heat?
- Yes, you can use chili powder or cayenne pepper to make it spicy.
Can I store these okra?
- We suggest using fresh okra because the frozen okra will become soggy and leak out the water.
Could I air-fry these rather than bake them?
- Yes, you can stir midway and then air fry for fifteen minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the ideal thickness for slicing okra?
- You can make one by eight inch thick slices for the best crispy texture, and they retain their chewiness.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Proteins: 2 g
No. of calories: 90
Sodium: 210 mg
Net carbs: 4 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 1 g
Fats: 7 g
Size/serving: 1 cup
Total carbs: 7 g