Creole Okra

Creole Okra
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    414

A vibrant and flavorful vegetarian side, celebrating the earthy taste of okra simmered in a rich tomato and herb sauce. This dish offers comfort any time of year, showcasing a delightful balance of spice and freshness.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    14 g
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    185 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

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Recipe View Add the diced green bell pepper and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the pepper is tender-crisp, approximately 3 minutes.

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Recipe View Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes, then season with thyme, parsley, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

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04 Step

Recipe View Add the thawed frozen okra to the skillet. Stir to coat the okra with the tomato sauce. Cover the skillet and cook for 15 minutes, or until the okra is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

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Recipe View Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot as a side dish.

For a deeper flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika along with the cayenne pepper.
If fresh okra is available, use about 1 pound, trimmed and sliced, instead of frozen. Adjust cooking time accordingly.
This dish pairs well with grilled fish, chicken, or as part of a vegetarian meal alongside rice or quinoa.

Cristina Runolfsdottir

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 138 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Lorna Mannconnelly

    Next time I will add some diced celery with the onions to get the holy trinity of cajun cooking.

  • Augustine Ondricka

    I used fresh okra from my garden and it was amazing! The recipe is very adaptable.

  • Micah Hayes

    I added a bay leaf as suggested, and it really enhanced the depth of flavor. Will definitely make this again!

  • Chadrick Reichert

    I love that this is a vegetarian dish that is also hearty and flavorful.

  • Vernon Thompson

    So easy to make and so delicious! My family loved it, even the kids who usually don't like okra.

  • Helen Prohaska

    The cayenne pepper gives it just the right amount of kick!

  • Macey Bahringer

    This recipe is fantastic! The frozen okra worked perfectly, and the flavors were spot on.

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