What Category Does Okra Fall Under: Fruit or Vegetable?
                                
                                
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                                Though most people refer to it as a vegetable, okra is botanically a fruit. This green, edible seed pod, often called lady's fingers, is a staple in various cuisines but causes confusion when it comes to its proper classification. The answer lies in understanding the difference between how scientists and chefs categorize plants.