Gumbo ingredients

Answer:

OKRAS

Hint:

These green pods are often sliced and used to thicken Southern stews, adding a subtle earthy flavor. You might also find them pickled or fried as a snack.

Explanation:

"Gumbo ingredients" points to OKRAS because okra is a key vegetable in this classic Louisiana stew. The plural form "OKRAS" fits the crossword’s answer length while staying true to the dish’s traditional components. No wordplay here—just a straightforward reference to a staple in Southern and Creole cooking.

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Match the clue's grammar: plural with plural, past with past. If the clue ends in 's' or uses a past-tense verb, mirror that form in the entry.

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