OKRA AND TOMATOES WITH GRAINS OF PARADISE
This is an Alton Brown recipe. Grains of Paradise have a taste that is a mix of mild black pepper, cardamom, coriander and ginger and with a luscious citrus aroma. Long used in Middle Eastern, North and West African cuisines, this spice is starting to gain in popularity throughout other regions of the world. The two major exporters of Grains of Paradise are in Ghana and Nigeria. Grains of Paradise are also known as alligator pepper, melegueta pepper (not to be confused with Brazilian Malagueta pepper which is actually a member of the Capsicum family), Guinea pepper, ginny pepper and Roman pepper. Helpful hint; you will enjoy its fullest flavor if you grind it just before adding to a dish (or just before serving).
Provided by Susie D
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
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 sugar if using. 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.
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Neo Mollo
[email protected]I like to serve this dish with rice or quinoa.
Md shohan Hossan
[email protected]If you don't have grains of paradise, you can substitute black pepper.
Isuru Madusanka
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover okra and tomatoes.
Megalan
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
SHALKIDO SIKCHA
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Kamryn Davis
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to add some variety to my weeknight meals.
Fernando Valenzuela
[email protected]This dish is a little spicy, but it's not too hot. I think it's just the right amount of heat.
Salongo Kataremwa
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of okra, but this recipe changed my mind. The okra was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Bilal Hassan
[email protected]This dish is also great for meal prep. It reheats well and is just as flavorful the next day.
Aklilu Mebrahtom
[email protected]I like to serve this dish with rice or quinoa.
ismail sorkar
[email protected]If you don't have grains of paradise, you can substitute black pepper.
ustad mnb
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover okra and tomatoes.
Justine Kigongo
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook okra, and this recipe is definitely a keeper. The grains of paradise add a really interesting flavor.
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[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the flavor.
Daniel Anane Afari
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The okra was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.
Apostle Peter chacha
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the grains of paradise.
Nur Hoshen
[email protected]I've never had okra before, but this recipe made me a fan! The okra was tender and flavorful, and the tomatoes and grains of paradise added a nice depth of flavor.
Moynul Haque
[email protected]Okra and tomatoes with grains of paradise is a unique and flavorful dish that I highly recommend. The okra was cooked perfectly, with a slight crunch, and the tomatoes added a delicious sweetness. The grains of paradise added a subtle, spicy flavor t