Oven Roasted Okra

iNGREDIENTS

• 1 pound okra, rinsed and dried
• 1/2 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• ground pepper, to taste
• pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450°.
2. Trim the okra by cutting away the stem ends and the tips, just the very ends. Then cut the okra in half, lengthwise.
3. Place okra in a large bowl. Add oil and spices and stir to coat the okra halves.
4. Place okra on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, shaking or stirring the okra at least twice during the roasting time. You’ll know the okra is ready when it’s lightly browned and tender.
5. Serve hot — they tend to lose the crispy texture as they cool.