Savory Smoky Okra Tomato Ratatouille With Drizzles

Name: Savory Smoky Okra Tomato Ratatouille With Drizzles Of Honey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound bag of frozen cut okras (but if whole, slice each into 3-4 pieces); 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained (i.e., Hunts Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes); 2 small to medium onions, chopped; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon each sugar and table salt; 1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika (I use McCormick Smoked Paprika); 4 teaspoons honey plus way more to drizzle on finished dish.; 2/3 to 1 teaspoons Sriracha sauce (optional); 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 1-2 tablespoons chopped parsley (and/or cilantro, basil, crumbled crispy bacon, feta, queso fresco...); Optional but strongly recommended - Drizzle more honey on entire dish or individual servings; 4 small garlic cloves (or 3 medium), crushed

Servings: persons

1 pound bag of frozen cut okras (but if whole, slice each into 3-4 pieces)
1 14 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained (i.e., Hunts Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes)
2 small to medium onions, chopped
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon each sugar and table salt
1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika (I use McCormick Smoked Paprika)
4 teaspoons honey plus way more to drizzle on finished dish.
2/3 to 1 teaspoons Sriracha sauce (optional)
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1-2 tablespoons chopped parsley (and/or cilantro, basil, crumbled crispy bacon, feta, queso fresco...)
Optional but strongly recommended - Drizzle more honey on entire dish or individual servings
4 small garlic cloves (or 3 medium), crushed

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["Heat oil over medium heat and add onions, sugar, and paprika. Stir occasionally until onions are soft and golden brown (about 5-8 minutes) then add the garlic (and Sriracha sauce if using) and stir until garlic is fragrant (maybe 30 seconds). Add the undrained diced tomatoes, okras, and honey. Taste to make sure it's well seasoned since okra can be bland but I think the 1 tsp salt is perfect. Cook covered over lowest heat for 60 minutes, but stir every now and then since you don't want the bottom to scorch. I find that the okras are more flavorful if ""slow cooked"" to a soft texture because somehow they get to better absorb the flavors of the other ingredients. Add the sesame oil and heavy cream around the last 15 minutes. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top of dish. But you can choose other toppings like cilantro, basil, or even crumbled crispy bacon, feta, or queso fresco. Drizzle a bit more honey right before serving. You can even use a wood turner honey drizzler and allow guests to drizzle the honey themselves.", "", "I love to serve this with white rice but you can also serve with polenta or grits. It also makes a good vegetarian sandwich."]

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound bag of frozen cut okras (but if whole, slice each into 3-4 pieces), 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained (i.e., Hunts Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes), 2 small to medium onions, chopped, 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Savory Smoky Okra Tomato Ratatouille With Drizzles Of Honey falls under the Vegetarian 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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Savory Smoky Okra Tomato Ratatouille With Drizzles Of Honey

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