Best 8 Sauteed Okra In Butter Recipes
Okra, known for its slightly slimy texture and earthy flavor, takes on a new persona when sautéed in butter. This cooking method transforms the vegetable, infusing it with a rich and buttery flavor while maintaining its crisp-tender texture. Serve sautéedokra as a side dish, add it to salads or grain bowls, or use it as a base for a main course. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can create a delicious and versatile dish that will impress your taste buds.
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HOW TO SAUTE OKRA AND MAKE IT YUMMY
How to saute okra quickly and easily. This recipe only requires okra, olive oil, and salt. You are free to add herbs, spices and other vegetables for additional flavor.
Provided by Renee Groskreutz
Categories Side dish
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Prep the okra - Wash and dry the okra. Slice the tips and end off of the okra and discard. Cut the okra into 3/4" thick round slices.
- Mince the garlic.
- Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Add olive oil, cut okra, and salt to the hot pan.
- Spread the okra out in the pan and allow it to cook. Stir occasionally until the okra is lightly caramelized. (This should be about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the pan and cook for another minute or until the garlic starts to soften.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
SAUTEED OKRA
Seasoned with bacon and red pepper, sauteed okra is a classic side dish that also works beautifully when served at room temperature for a picnic. For the best flavor and texture, cook okra quickly over high heat.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash okra under cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Trim stem ends.
- Heat a cast-iron or other heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add bacon, and cook, turning occasionally, until golden. Drain bacon on paper towels, and crumble into pieces.
- Discard all but 3 tablespoons of bacon fat; return pan to heat. When fat is hot but not smoking, add okra. Cook, turning occasionally, until okra is bright green and slightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; transfer to a platter. Sprinkle with crumbled bacon and pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.
MEL'S FABULOUSLY EASY SAUTEED OKRA
Okra sauteed in olive oil with lots of garlic. Cornmeal is added toward the end--fabulous fried okra with less oil and with only one pan, no messy battering and frying. Enjoy!
Provided by bwhite
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until soft and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add okra and cook for 5 minutes. Sprinkle cornmeal on top; cook and stir until okra is fork-tender and cornmeal absorbs excess moisture, about 2 minutes.
- Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 6.2 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 118 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
SAUTEED OKRA WITH CUMIN
Steps:
- Melt butter over high heat in a medium saute pan. Saute okra with all seasoning 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to moderate and cook, stirring occasionally, an additional 5 minutes. Serve hot.
SAUTéED OKRA
Provided by Julie Powell
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 15m
Yield Serves 1 as a main course
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Trim the stems off the ends of the okra, taking care not to cut into the interior of the pods.
- Pour the oil into a large skillet over medium-high heat and allow it to heat until almost smoking. Add the okra and red-pepper flakes to taste. Sauté until the pods have softened slightly, but are still crisp and brightly colored, 6 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
OKRA IN LEMON BUTTER
Completely simple and wonderfully tasty. From the Southern chapter of the United States Regional Cookbook, Culinary Arts Institute of Chicago, 1947.
Provided by Molly53
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash okra weell; trim stem end, leaving enough on the pod to keep the juice inches.
- Cover with boiling water and boil gently until tender, approximately 15 minutes.
- When half done add a little salt.
- To serve, drain very well, pour into a hot dish and add melted butter and lemon juice.
OKRA AND ONION SAUTé
My boyfriend loves okra. I have never eaten it before, let alone how to cook it. But I saw some fresh okra in my store on sale this week and bought it. I searched for recipes, there were plenty for fried, stewed with tomatoes, and for gumbo. I had no clue. So I just asked him how he likes it. I used his basic method and added the onion and garlic on my own. Tastes pretty good!
Provided by BETHANY T.
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a pan of salted water to a boil.
- Add okra, uncut--whole.
- In a separate sauté pan, heat butter then sauté onions until tender.
- Okra should be tender at this time. Drain okra from water then add to butter and onions.
- Add garlic.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Sauté for about 3 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.8, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 111, Carbohydrate 9.3, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2, Protein 2.6
SPICY SAUTEED OKRA AND TOMATOES
A spicy take on the classic okra and tomatoes, using RO*TEL® tomatoes with green chiles and hot ground sausage. Made this for a party awhile back and it was a hit. RO*TEL® tomatoes come in varied hotness. Pick your poison.
Provided by jeffypoo
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine sausage, scallions, and garlic in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until sausage is browned and crumbly and garlic and scallions have browned a bit, about 10 minutes. Mix in okra, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce until well combined.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Add mushrooms, salt, and pepper; simmer for another 20 to 25 minutes, adding water if mixture begins to dry out.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Cholesterol 40.7 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1095.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
Tips for Sautéed Okra in Butter:
- Choose fresh, young okra: Look for okra pods that are small, tender, and have a bright green color. Avoid okra that is large, woody, or has brown spots.
- Trim the okra properly: Cut off the stem end and the blossom end of each okra pod. Then, slice the okra into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Soak the okra in vinegar (optional): This step is not necessary, but it can help to reduce the okra's sliminess. To do this, soak the okra in a bowl of vinegar for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Cook the okra over medium-high heat: This will help to prevent the okra from becoming slimy. Be sure to stir the okra frequently so that it cooks evenly.
- Season the okra to taste: You can season the okra with a variety of spices, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or cayenne pepper. You can also add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten the flavor.
- Serve the okra immediately: Sautéed okra is best served hot and fresh. You can serve it as a side dish or as a main course.
Conclusion:
Sautéed okra in butter is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It is a great way to enjoy this healthy vegetable. With its crispy texture and slightly nutty flavor, sautéed okra is a surefire hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give sautéed okra in butter a try. You won't be disappointed!
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