In a surprising culinary twist, a viral video has divided the internet with its unconventional ice cream cone made from bhindi (okra). Posted on Instagram by Stephen N’cho (@calientee), the video showcases a recipe for green ice cream, featuring oranges and lemons, served in a waffle cone made from okra.
The video begins with a bowl of okra handed to a cook who proceeds to chop, wash, and deseed the vegetable. The okra is then blended with orange zest, flour, butter, and other ingredients to create a batter for the waffle cone. The ice cream, made from chopped fruits, is frozen and later scooped into the bhindi-waffle cone.
This unique food experiment has garnered approximately 2.4 million views, eliciting a wide range of reactions from viewers. Many Indian viewers expressed their disapproval, with comments such as, “As an Indian, this gave a mild heart attack,” and “Being an Indian… I can say you just wasted that vegetable okra!” Another viewer remarked, “My Indian mom will not approve,” while someone else noted, “I have never seen okra get mistreated like this before.”
Despite the negative feedback, some viewers appreciated the creativity behind the recipe. One commenter wrote, “I’ve been silently watching this guy and EVERY TIME he amazes me. Okra ice cream… ABSOLUTE GENIUS.” Another added, “Wow! It’s amazing to see how creative you are with ingredients that would usually be used for typical African dishes! I love it! Thank you.”
The video has certainly sparked a conversation about food innovation and the boundaries of traditional culinary practices.
What is your take on this viral okra ice cream? Will you try it? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
