If you're looking for a delicious and flavorful dish to add to your weeknight dinner rotation, look no further than corn, okra, and tomatoes. This classic Southern dish is easy to make and packed with fresh, seasonal vegetables. The corn provides a sweet and starchy base, the okra adds a slightly slimy texture and a delicate flavor, and the tomatoes add a bright acidity that ties everything together. Served over rice or with a side of cornbread, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
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
STEWED OKRA, CORN, AND TOMATOES
Quick and easy, plus it is excellent with fresh cornbread.
Provided by TerryWilson
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving grease in skillet. Crumble bacon into a bowl.
- Heat bacon grease in the same skillet over medium heat and add bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add okra, corn, and bay leaf. Cover skillet and reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3 to 4 minutes more. Add tomatoes and broth. Cook until okra is tender as desired, about 10 minutes.
- Remove and discard bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper. Serve garnished with crumbled bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 204 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
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
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 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
Tips:
- Choose fresh and tender okra: Look for okra pods that are small, firm, and have a deep green color. Avoid pods that are large, woody, or have brown spots.
- Soak the okra in cold water before cooking: This helps to remove the okra's slimy texture.
- Cook the okra over medium heat: High heat can make the okra tough and slimy.
- Don't overcook the okra: Okra is best when it is cooked until it is tender but still has a slight crunch.
- Add the tomatoes and corn towards the end of cooking: This will help to prevent them from overcooking.
- Season the dish to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Serve the dish hot or cold: Corn, okra, and tomatoes can be served as a main course or a side dish.
Conclusion:
Corn, okra, and tomatoes are a delicious and versatile combination that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy side dish or a hearty main course, these recipes have something for everyone. With a little planning and effort, you can create a delicious meal that will please the whole family.
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