Smothered okra with shrimp is a delectable dish that combines the unique flavors of okra and shrimp in a rich, flavorful sauce. Originating from the Southern United States, this dish is often served over a bed of rice or mashed potatoes. The okra adds a slightly slimy texture to the dish, while the shrimp provides a tender and succulent contrast. The smothering sauce, made from tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and spices, adds a layer of savory depth and complexity. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas, smothered okra with shrimp is a dish that will surely delight the taste buds of any food enthusiast.
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SMOTHERED OKRA WITH SHRIMP--SLOW COOKER
This was just published today in the New Orleans Time Picayune. Sliced smoked sausage or cubed, cooked boneless chicken can be used instead of, or in addition to, the shrimp.
Provided by gailanng
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 3h50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add chopped onion and celery and saute, stirring often, about 10 minutes, until onions have browned. Combine salt, peppers, thyme and flour. Sprinkle mixture onto the browned onions; add the garlic and bay leaf, stir and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the diced tomatoes and white wine, and remove the pan from the heat.
- Place okra in the slow cooker. Pour contents of the skillet over the okra. Stir to mix, cover and cook on LOW for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, until okra is tender but still holds its shape. Stir in the peeled shrimp and cook on LOW an additional 1 hour.
- Serve over steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.3, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 142.9, Sodium 1118.4, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 11.1, Sugar 11.1, Protein 22.6
SMOTHERED OKRA WTH SHRIMP
A classic southern coastal dish. This version is from Chef Drextal Carter, of The Praline Connection in New Orleans. it was published n The Times-Picayune in anticipation of the French Market Creole Tomato Festival coming this weekend. I plan to make it when my own tomatoes & okra are ready (soon)! Use the freshest ripe red (or black or pink) robustly flavored tomatoes you can get.
Provided by Busters friend
Categories Stew
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a 4-quart sauce pan, saute the okra with 1/2 of the oil until tender or slime is cooked out and set aside.
- In another sauce pan, heat remainder of oil, and saute smoke sausage, onion,.
- celery, bell pepper and garlic. Cook until tender, then add cayenne pepper,.
- thyme and tomato paste, and tomato puree, stirring constantly.
- Add shrimp stock and tomato puree. Bring to a low boil, then add okra and.
- cook for 1/2 hour. Add shrimp and cook until tender. Serve over hot rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.4, Fat 31.5, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 173, Sodium 939.7, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 7.6, Protein 29.2
NEW ORLEANS SHRIMP, OKRA, AND TOMATO SAUTé
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Tomato Sauté Low Fat Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Dinner Shrimp Spring Summer Poker/Game Night Healthy Okra Potluck Bon Appétit Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toss shrimp and 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning in medium bowl to coat. Cook bacon in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until crisp and brown. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towel to drain. Add flour to drippings in skillet. Stir constantly until roux is very dark brown, about 5 minutes. Add okra and cherry tomatoes. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning. Cook 1 minute. Add clam juice and allspice. Boil until sauce is thick, stirring often, about 3 minutes. Add shrimp. Sauté shrimp until just opaque in center, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix in chopped green onions and cooked bacon. Serve.
EASY CREOLE OKRA AND SHRIMP
This recipe is quick easy and delicious. Spoon over white rice and enjoy.
Provided by jrchef
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Sausage
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bell pepper and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, then add the okra, sausage, Cajun seasoning, and salt. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Stir in the shrimp and cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 8 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 175.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 1163.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- Use fresh okra: Fresh okra is more tender and flavorful than frozen or canned okra.
- Soak the okra in vinegar: Soaking the okra in vinegar helps to remove the sliminess.
- Cook the okra over medium-high heat: Cooking the okra over medium-high heat helps to prevent it from becoming slimy.
- Don't overcook the okra: Overcooked okra becomes mushy and loses its flavor.
- Use a variety of spices: Okra is a versatile vegetable that can be seasoned with a variety of spices, such as garlic, onion, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Serve okra with your favorite sides: Okra can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or cornbread.
Conclusion:
Smothered okra with shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The okra is cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce with shrimp, onions, and bell peppers. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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