Step 1

Obtain the okra. You can buy okra from many fruit and vegetable suppliers. Make sure that the okra is fresh.While it may be difficult to harvest your own okra , it is possible and proves inexpensive.

Step 2

Choose okra that is evenly green and about 2 to 4 inches (5-10 cm) long. Too large and the okra will have a flat taste, and may be too tough to eat. Too small, and the okra will be difficult to cook.Avoid okra that look shriveled or are soft when squeezed.The okra should snap rather than bend.