Shrimp And Okra Recipe

Name: Shrimp And Okra
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 2 -3 tablespoons butter or 2 -3 tablespoons margarine; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 1/2 cups diced onions (1/4 - 1/2 inch); 2 bay leaves, broken in half; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 2 (18 1/8-21 3/4 ounce) cans diced tomatoes; 1 cup water; 2 (1 lb) bags of sliced frozen okra; 1 1/2 lbs of peeled and deveined shrimp, use gulf shrimp for the best flavor; salt and pepper; cooked rice

Servings: persons

2 -3 2 -3 tablespoons butter or 2 -3 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 cups diced onions (1/4 - 1/2 inch)
2 bay leaves, broken in half
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 (18 1/8-21 3/4 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 cup water
2 (1 lb) bags of sliced frozen okra
1 1/2 lbs of peeled and deveined shrimp, use gulf shrimp for the best flavor
salt and pepper
cooked rice

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["Heat oil over medium heat in a deep, heavy pot until very hot.", "Add onion and sautee until translucent.", "Add thyme leaves, bay leaves, and garlic and stir frequently so as not to scorch the garlic about 1 minute.", "Add tomatoes and water, and heat until the edges begin to boil.", "Add the frozen okra and stir.", "Cover the pot.", "Heat about 5 minutes and check, stirring to prevent sticking and to heat through.", "Okra will be""done"" when it turns bright green in color.", "Taste for salt and pepper and correct at this point.", "When the okra is bright green, add the shrimp, stirring to combine.", "Cover again and heat about 5 minutes.", "Uncover, and stir again checking for""doneness"".", "The dish will be""done"" when shrimp is opaque and firm.", "Serve over hot rice.", "Please note that the water measurement is approximate you may need to add a little more to get a thinner consistency.", "Also, I watch my salt intake so I seldom add it to my recipes, so feel free to add it.", "This dish tastes great with a dash or two of hot pepper sauce."]

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 2 -3 2 -3 tablespoons butter or 2 -3 tablespoons margarine, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 1/2 cups diced onions (1/4 - 1/2 inch), 2 bay leaves, broken in half, and more.

Yes, Shrimp And Okra falls under the Seafood 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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Shrimp And Okra

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