B.J. DENNIS'S OKRA STIR-FRY WITH RICE
Limpin' Susan is often called the wife of Hoppin' John, the pilau of peas and rice that Gullah cooks have made for generations in the South Carolina Sea Islands and Lowcountry, and that is also common in the Caribbean. Like Hoppin' John, the dish takes many forms depending on whose kitchen you grew up in. Some recipes start with fried bacon and end with washed long-grain rice, onions and okra steaming over simmering water for 45 minutes. Others call for simmering everything in chicken stock, or mixing chicken broth and cornstarch, then mixing the broth into cooked rice. B.J. Dennis, a Charleston chef, likes his Limpin' Susan more like a dry stir-fry, akin to what one might eat in Trinidad. The rice is cooked ahead of time, so liquid is fully absorbed and the grains remain distinct. This recipe is vegetarian, although Mr. Dennis likes to toss in a handful of chopped shrimp when the onions are softening.
Provided by Kim Severson
Categories dinner, weekday, grains and rice, main course, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pour oil into an 8-inch skillet, adding more, if needed, to make sure it coats the entire bottom of the pan. Heat over medium to medium-high heat and add the okra. Cook, stirring occasionally, until okra is slightly browned and tender, about 4 minutes. Cover to allow okra to steam for a bit, until tender, about 1 to 4 minutes more.
- Add everything else but the rice and cook for 2 minutes more, stirring frequently. Increase heat to high and add rice, stirring gently but constantly for about 2 minutes. If you want the rice to brown. like fried rice, you can cook the mixture longer. Taste frequently, and add more seasoning and oil throughout the process as needed. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 686, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 125 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 299 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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anita adanne
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make, and it's always delicious.
Mike Pacheko
[email protected]This stir-fry is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Wajhee Choudhary
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of okra, but this stir-fry changed my mind. The okra was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.
Awethu Zizo
[email protected]I added some chicken to this stir-fry, and it was delicious! The chicken added a nice protein boost to the dish.
Keith Arnold
[email protected]This stir-fry is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Joshua Momoh
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make, and it's always delicious.
Tammy Little
[email protected]This stir-fry is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Roberta Leake
[email protected]This stir-fry is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.
Lucio Cardenas
[email protected]I added some shrimp to this stir-fry, and it was delicious! The shrimp added a nice seafood flavor to the dish.
MD Raihan Shakh
[email protected]This stir-fry is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
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[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make, and it's always delicious.
Shanawar Zaheer
[email protected]This stir-fry is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Mrsd Niks
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of okra, but this stir-fry changed my mind. The okra was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious.
Mona Dinet
[email protected]I added some chicken to this stir-fry, and it was delicious! The chicken added a nice protein boost to the dish.
Abdo Ahmed
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
SK DURJOY KHAN
[email protected]The okra in this stir-fry was so tender and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Harmson Little
[email protected]I've been making this okra stir-fry for years, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The okra is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is delicious.
rokeya bsgym
[email protected]This okra stir-fry is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice.