In Gaziantep, the winter staple dried okra is on the counter from 2 thousand TL.

Dry okra, which Gaziantep residents do not miss from their tables during the winter months, has reached a price of 2,000 TL per kilo on the counters this year. Ercan Bozlar, a 41-year-old shopkeeper who has been in the trade for 25 years in the city, noted that interest in dry okra increases every year, stating that it is frequently chosen due to both its flavor and health benefits. Emphasizing that okra is particularly valuable for joint pain, Bozlar explained that it is often used in sour dishes in Gaziantep cuisine, and that a nutritious and filling meal can be prepared by adding meat and chickpeas. Bozlar also mentioned the price of dry okra, saying, "The price of dry okra is currently around 2,000 TL per kilo. A bundle ranges from 80 to 100 TL. A bundle of okra can prepare a meal for four people." "Okra is a very beneficial and tasty dish that is good for joint pain." Explaining the benefits of okra, shopkeeper Bozlar said, "Okra is a very beneficial and tasty dish that is ...