Recipe
In Kalecik, okra stew is traditionally prepared with chicken. Dried okra, strung on threads during the summer months, is first boiled before cooking. Onions and tomato paste are sautéed, and pre-cooked, shredded chicken is added along with chicken broth. Care is taken to ensure the dish is not overly watery. After approximately 10 minutes of cooking, the stew is served with a squeeze of lemon.