Okra, with its distinct flavor and texture, is a popular ingredient in many cuisines around the world. When paired with the tangy sweetness of tomatoes and the aromatic flavors of oregano, it creates a delectable dish that is both flavorful and nutritious. This article will guide you through the process of selecting the best okra, tomatoes, and oregano, as well as provide step-by-step instructions for preparing a delicious okra dish that will tantalize your taste buds.
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OKRA AND TOMATOES RECIPE
Step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions to make our Okra and Tomatoes. Visit the complete recipe online at Taste of Southern.com.
Provided by Steve Gordon
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Wash the tomatoes and okra under cool running water.
- Dice the onions.
- Place a skillet over Medium heat on your stove top.
- Add just enough oil to lightly coat the pan.
- Add bacon grease for seasoning if desired.
- When pan is hot, add the onions. Stir to coat with oil.
- Let the onions cook for several minutes while you prepare the tomatoes.
- Dice the tomatoes into larger sized pieces.
- Add the tomatoes to the skillet.
- Remove the ends from the okra and discard the pieces.
- Slice the okra pods into about ½ inch slices.
- Add the okra to the skillet.
- Add the black pepper, the salt and the sugar. Stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat slightly, and continue to stir and cook uncovered.
- Add a little warm water if needed to keep the vegetables moist.
- Cook until the okra is as tender as desired.
- Serve warm.
- Enjoy!
OKRA AND TOMATOES
This is a very simple recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does.
Provided by GWYNN
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
- Remove bacon from pan and saute okra, onion, pepper and celery until tender. Add tomatoes, salt and pepper and cook until tomatoes are heated through.
- Garnish with crumbled bacon, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 249.8 mg, Sugar 6 g
OKRA WITH TOMATOES
This is a yummy side dish with rice. Using two types of tomato gives the dish texture and is a tasty explosion of flavors with lots of garlic and crushed red pepper.
Provided by iheartcooking
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cover the bottom of a skillet with the olive oil and place over medium heat. Place the garlic, onion, and cayenne pepper in the skillet and stir until fragrant. Stir in the green pepper. Cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the frozen okra and allow to cook for 5 minutes more. Stir in both the diced and the stewed tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until all vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13.1 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 311.8 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
OKRA WITH TOMATOES AND OREGANO
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 2h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large heavy skillet and add the onion and garlic. Cook over moderate heat, stirring, until the onion begins to turn golden brown (about 10 minutes). Add the tomatoes and oregano and cook for a further 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt, pepper and cinnamon.
- Trim the cone tops off the okra without cutting into the pods. Add the okra to the onions and tomatoes and sauté until tender. Add lemon juice to taste, sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 184, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 767 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
OKRA WITH TOMATOES
Steps:
- Saute 4 smashed garlic cloves in 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat until golden. Add 4 cups okra (halved lengthwise) and 1 small onion (cut into wedges); season with salt and pepper and cook until the okra is tender and bright, 10 to 12 minutes. Add 1 pint halved cherry tomatoes; cook until just bursting, 3 minutes. Finish with a splash of cider vinegar.
OKRA AND TOMATOES
Steps:
- Cut each okra pod in half lengthwise and set aside. If there are any pods longer than 4 inches, cut them in half crosswise and then lengthwise.
- Heat the olive oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onions along with the salt and cook until they begin to turn golden, approximately 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Decrease the heat to low and add the ginger, pepper, cardamom and okra. Stir to combine. Cook, uncovered for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat, taste and adjust the seasoning as desired. Serve immediately.
- *Cook's Note: Grains of Paradise are available online and in specialty spice markets. They have a zesty flavor reminiscent of pepper, coriander, and cardamom.
OKRA AND TOMATOES
Steps:
- Trim stem ends of okra, wash and drain.
- In large frying pan heat oil and butter and saute scallions until they are soft. Add the okra and saute on all sides for 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon remove okra and onions from pan and reserve.
- Place tomatoes, parsley and garlic in pan and simmer a few minutes, just until ingredients are blended.
- Return okra to pan; cover and simmer until okra is crisp-tender, but not mushy.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 176, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 592 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
OKRA AND TOMATOES
Steps:
- In a saute pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 45 to 60 seconds. Add the red wine, and cook until reduced by half, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the okra, tomatoes, thyme, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper. Cover, decrease the heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender, about 15 minutes. Taste and adjust for seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
OKRA, ONION, AND TOMATO STEW
Steps:
- In a medium stockpot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the okra, and cook until color begins to change, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from pan, and set aside. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan, and repeat with remaining okra.
- Add remaining 4 tablespoons oil, and heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, 8 to 10 minutes. Add garlic, reduce heat to medium, and cook until onions are lightly caramelized, about 2 minutes. Stir in oregano and Aleppo pepper, and cook 1 minute.
- Add tomatoes, reduce heat to low, and cook for 5 minutes. Add reserved okra and chicken stock, stirring to combine. Simmer until okra is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in olives and parsley. Taste, and adjust for seasoning.
SAUTEED OKRA WITH TOMATO AND CORN
Categories Tomato Vegetable Side Sauté Fourth of July Picnic Quick & Easy High Fiber Corn Summer Okra Gourmet Vegetarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut okra into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Peel and chop tomato. Cut onion into thin slices and cut corn from cob. In a heavy skillet heat 1 tablespoon oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and saut okra with salt to taste, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon transfer okra to a bowl.
- Add remaining‚ tablespoon oil to skillet and sauté onion, stirring, until it begins to soften. Stir in tomato, water, and Worcestershire sauce and simmer, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Add corn and simmer until corn is crisp-tender and sauce is thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in okra with salt and pepper to taste and cook until heated through.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender okra: Look for pods that are bright green, smooth, and free of blemishes.
- Trim the okra: Cut off the stem end of each okra pod and slice it into 1/2-inch rounds.
- Soak the okra in vinegar: This helps to reduce the sliminess of the okra.
- Cook the okra over medium heat: High heat can make the okra tough and slimy.
- Add the tomatoes and oregano towards the end of cooking: This will help to preserve their flavor and nutrients.
- Serve the okra hot or cold: Okra is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, main course, or appetizer.
Conclusion:
Okra is a healthy and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. This recipe for okra with tomatoes and oregano is a simple and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The okra is cooked until tender and slightly crispy, and the tomatoes and oregano add a delicious burst of flavor. Serve this dish with rice, quinoa, or your favorite bread for a complete meal.
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