Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of Cajun-style cooking. This vibrant cuisine, known for its bold flavors and unique blend of spices, will take you on a taste bud journey like no other. In this article, we'll explore the tantalizing recipe of Cajun-style corn and tomato with fried okra, a delightful dish that captures the essence of Cajun cooking. From the smokiness of the Cajun spices to the crispy texture of the fried okra, this dish promises a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. So, let's dive right in and discover the secrets behind this delectable Cajun-style creation.
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FRIED OKRA WITH TOMATOES
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine buttermilk and okra and let sit for 5 minutes
- In a large cast iron skillet, heat peanut oil over high heat to 375 degrees F.
- In a large bowl add the corn muffin mix. Using a slotted spoon remove the okra from the buttermilk and place it into the bowl with the corn muffin mix. Gently toss making sure all okra is well coated.
- Carefully add half the breaded okra to skillet and fry for about 6 minutes, or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove okra to the paper towel lined plate. Fry remaining okra.
- While okra is frying, in a large saucepan, combine diced tomatoes and chiles, tomato paste and Creole seasoning. Heat through over medium heat. Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper and bring to a simmer. Remove to plate and top with fried okra. Serve immediately.
OKRA, CORN AND TOMATOES
From Betty's Soul Food Collection... Almost too pretty to eat, this recipe is seasoned with bacon, hot pepper sauce, onions and garlic-creating a beautiful dish for family gatherings large or small.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over low heat 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside. Reserve 1 tablespoon bacon drippings in skillet.
- Cook onion in bacon drippings over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients except bacon. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until okra is tender. Sprinkle with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 550 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
CORN OKRA AND TOMATOES
This is my absolute favorite summer time dish. To get the true taste you MUST use every thing fresh. I just can't explain the overall wonderful fresh taste of this dish. I could live off this forever.
Provided by southern chef in lo
Categories Corn
Time 19m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook first 3 ingredients in butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until tender.
- Add the tomatoes; bring to boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered 15 minutes.
- Add remaining ingredients and bring to boil again.
- Reduce heat and simmer 9 minutes or until the corn is tender.
OKRA, CORN AND TOMATOES
Okra and onions are fried with bacon, then simmered with tomato and corn in this delicious side dish that is especially good served alongside cornbread. This recipe is a longtime family favorite.
Provided by TXGIRLSX3
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir to release some of the juices, then add the onion and okra. Fry until tender and browned, stirring constantly. Be careful, as this tends to brown quickly.
- Pour in the tomatoes, and simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes. Mix in the corn, and simmer for another 10 minutes. Season with file powder, salt and pepper, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 189.3 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
CREOLE OKRA
A yummy vegetarian side dish, easy to make. Taste holds up for leftovers. The use of frozen okra makes this a year-round favorite in our family.
Provided by SILVERMARIGOLD
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the onion and garlic until limp. Add the green pepper; cook and stir until tender. Drain the tomatoes, reserving juice, and pour them into the skillet. Season with thyme, parsley, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes over medium heat.
- Add the frozen okra, and pour in enough of the reserved juice from the tomatoes to cover the bottom of the pan. Cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until okra is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 184.5 mg, Sugar 8 g
CORN OKRA CREOLE
This dish is representative of my area of the country, and particularly the Texas-Louisiana border. The okra, corn and Creole seasonings are all popular here. -Ruth Aubey, San Antonio, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute green pepper and onion in oil until tender. Add corn and okra; cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, salt, pepper and, if desired, pepper sauce. Cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CAJUN-STYLE CORN AND TOMATO WITH FRIED OKRA
Categories Tomato Side Fry Corn Okra Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan cook the onion in the butter and 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until it is golden, add the corn, the tomato, the cream, and the water, and cook the mixture, covered, over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Season the corn mixture with salt and pepper and keep the mixture warm, covered.
- Cut the okra into 1/4-inch-thick slices, in a bowl toss it with the seasoned cornmeal, and shake it in a coarse sieve to know off the excess cornmeal. In a deep skillet heat 1/2 inch of the additional oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it fry the okra in batches for 1 to 2 minutes, or until it is golden, transferring it with a slotted spoon as it is fried to paper towels to drain. Serve the corn mixture topped with the fried okra.
STEWED CORN AND TOMATOES WITH OKRA
Categories Onion Tomato Side Sauté Vegetarian Corn Bell Pepper Summer Okra Jalapeño Gourmet Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook scallions, jalapeño, bell pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until scallions begin to brown, 7 to 9 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until broken down into a sauce, about 15 minutes.
- Add corn and okra and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 15 minutes.
GRILLED CAJUN OKRA AND CORN
A delicious summer side dish to make on the grill. Adapted from Cooking Light. Okra is also used alot in African cooking.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Corn
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the lime juice, cajun seasoning, lime rind, garlic, and tomato juice in a large zip-loc bag. Add vegetables and seal. Marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour, turning bag every so often.
- Prepare the grill(or you may use broiler). Remove vegetables from the bag, reserving the marinade. Thread the vegs. alternately onto each of 6 (12") skewers. Put kebabs on the grill rack coated with cooking spray, and cook 13 minutes or until tender, turning and basting often with the reserved marinade.
- Makes 6 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.5, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 85.5, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 3.2
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe corn and tomatoes.
- If you don't have fresh okra, you can use frozen okra.
- Be sure to slice the okra thinly so that it cooks evenly.
- Season the corn, tomatoes, and okra with your favorite Cajun seasoning.
- Cook the corn, tomatoes, and okra over medium heat until the vegetables are tender.
- Serve the corn, tomatoes, and okra with rice, beans, or your favorite protein.
Conclusion:
This Cajun-style corn and tomato with fried okra is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and crispy okra is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying side dish, give this recipe a try.
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