Okra Caponata Toasts Recipe

Name: Okra Caponata Toasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1/3 cup chopped onion; 1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper; 1 garlic clove, minced; Generous pinch of dried crushed red pepper; 6 ounces okra, trimmed, cut into 1/3-inch rounds; 6 tablespoons water; 1/4 cup diced canned tomatoes in juice; 2 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar; 1 1/2 teaspoons drained capers; 12 baguette slices, toasted

Servings: persons

1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
Generous pinch of dried crushed red pepper
6 ounces okra, trimmed, cut into 1/3-inch rounds
6 tablespoons water
1/4 cup diced canned tomatoes in juice
2 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons drained capers
12 baguette slices, toasted

1
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
2
Add onion and bell pepper and saute until tender, about 5 minutes.
3
Add garlic and crushed red pepper; stir 1 minute.
4
Add okra, 6 tablespoons water and tomatoes with juices.
5
Bring to boil.
6
Reduce heat, cover and simmer until okra is tender, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes.
7
Uncover and simmer until most of liquid evaporates and mixture thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
8
Stir in vinegar and capers.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Cool to room temperature.
11
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
12
Cover and chill.)
13
Spoon about 2 tablespoons caponata onto each baguette slice and serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil, 1/3 cup chopped onion, 1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Okra Caponata Toasts falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Okra Caponata Toasts

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