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Quiabo is okra, a green vegetable often used in soups, stews, and sautéed dishes, especially in Brazilian, African, and Southern cuisines.

Yes, you can eat quiabo raw in salads or as a crunchy snack, but it’s most commonly cooked.

Store fresh quiabo unwashed in a paper bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cook quickly over high heat or add at the end of stews to avoid overcooking.

No, the skin is tender and edible; just wash and trim the ends.

Add sliced quiabo for thickening and a unique texture; add it later in cooking for more firmness.

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Discard quiabo that is soft, slimy, moldy, or has an off smell.

To reduce sliminess, cook quiabo at high heat, avoid over-stirring, and consider adding acid like lemon juice or vinegar.

Quiabo is used in recipes like Brazilian Frango com Quiabo, African okra stew, Southern gumbo, and sautéed dishes.

Yes, blanch sliced quiabo for a few minutes, drain, and freeze in airtight containers.

Wash and dry thoroughly, cut off the stems, and slice or leave whole depending on your recipe.

Popular seasonings include garlic, onions, tomatoes, lemon, vinegar, chili, coriander, and cumin.

Yes, you can batter and deep-fry quiabo, or simply sauté it until crispy.

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Yes, both canned and frozen quiabo work well in cooked dishes, though texture may differ slightly from fresh.