FRIED OKRA WITH TOMATOES

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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 31m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup buttermilk
1 (16-ounce) bag frozen okra, thawed
2 cups peanut oil
1 (8.5-ounce) box corn muffin mix (recommended: Jiffy)
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (recommended: Ro'tel)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Creole or Cajun seasoning
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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.

jingo moses
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I love this dish! The okra is always crispy and the tomatoes are so flavorful. I always serve this dish with a side of rice or mashed potatoes.


Rana Dildar
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The okra is cooked perfectly and the tomatoes add a delicious tangy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Shafiq ur rehman Kamboh
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I made this dish for dinner last night and it was a huge success. The okra was cooked perfectly and the tomatoes were so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Ryno Vetie
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the crispy okra and the flavorful tomatoes. I always serve this dish with a side of ranch dressing for dipping.


Shunga aman
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The okra is always cooked perfectly and the tomatoes add a delicious tangy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Deen Manhmmad
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This is one of my favorite okra recipes. The okra is always crispy and the tomatoes are so flavorful. I love serving this dish with rice or mashed potatoes.


Jada Byrd
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook okra, and this dish definitely fits the bill. The okra was cooked perfectly and the tomatoes added a great flavor. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Jibran Abbasi
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This dish is so easy to make, but it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I love that I can make a delicious and impressive meal with just a few simple ingredients.


Binita Dagami
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the crispy okra and the flavorful tomatoes. I'll definitely be making this dish again for future potlucks.


Luzaan Van Tonder
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This is a great way to use up leftover okra. I had some okra that was starting to get a little old, and this dish was the perfect way to use it up. The tomatoes and spices really helped to brighten up the flavor of the okra.


Macey Pittman
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Not a huge fan of okra, but this dish changed my mind! The tomatoes and spices really balanced out the flavor of the okra. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


AngelsCraftyCrochets
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These fried okra with tomatoes were simply divine! The okra was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the tomatoes added a delicious tangy flavor. I'll definitely be making this dish again.