Okra
Tender Pods. Natural Goodness
Didwaniya Group delivers handpicked, export-grade okra (lady finger) renowned for its tender texture, vibrant green color, and nutrient-rich profile. Sourced from India's most fertile farmlands and carefully handled post-harvest, our okra is a preferred choice among global buyers for its freshness, uniformity, and shelf life.
Okra, scientifically known as Abelmoschus esculentus, is a flowering plant valued for its green seed pods, commonly known as lady finger in India. Belonging to the mallow family (Malvaceae), okra is cultivated primarily in tropical and subtropical regions and thrives in India’s warm, fertile soils. The pods are slender, tapering, and ridged, typically harvested when tender and young to ensure optimal taste and texture. Rich in fiber, folate, vitamin C, and antioxidants, okra is both a culinary staple and a nutritional powerhouse.
Didwaniya Group sources okra from certified farms where quality control begins at the cultivation stage and continues through hygienic packing and cold chain logistics. Our premium okra meets international standards for size, color, and freshness, catering to customers in the Middle East, Europe, and Southeast Asia.
Characteristics
Taste: Mild, slightly grassy with a delicate earthy note
Appearance (Structure): Slender, ridged, tapering pods typically 7–15 cm in length; vibrant green and tender when fresh
Smell: Fresh and mildly grassy
Moisture Content (Post-Harvest Fresh): 85–90% (approx.)
Color: Bright to dark green, uniform along the pod
Application
Okra is a versatile vegetable used extensively in South Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and Southern U.S. cuisines. In India, it stars in beloved dishes like bhindi masala, sambhar, and kurkuri bhindi. The mucilage inside the pod acts as a natural thickener in stews and curries. Globally, it’s valued for its tender-crisp bite and subtle flavor, making it ideal for stir-fries, soups, grills, and deep-fried snacks. Beyond the kitchen, okra’s high fiber and antioxidant content support digestive and heart health, making it a sought-after choice in health-conscious diets.
Storage Conditions
Store in clean, ventilated, temperature-controlled environments at 8–10°C with relative humidity between 90–95% to maintain freshness and prevent dehydration or spoilage.