Sig's Okra with Tomatoes and Italian Sweet Peppers

Name: Sig's Okra with Tomatoes and Italian Sweet Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 700 grams okra; 125 ml Red wine vinegar; 400 grams of tomatoes or one can of tomatoes about 400 grams; 4 tbsp olive oil; 2 clove smoked garlic; 250 grams onions; 2 sweet Italian peppers; 1/2 tsp dried parsley; 1/2 tsp dried chervil; 1 pinch Brown sugar; 1/4 tsp All purpose seasoning; 1 pinch fresh cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

700 grams okra
125 ml Red wine vinegar
400 grams of tomatoes or one can of tomatoes about 400 grams
4 tbsp olive oil
2 clove smoked garlic
250 grams onions
2 sweet Italian peppers
1/2 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp dried chervil
1 pinch Brown sugar
1/4 tsp All purpose seasoning
1 pinch fresh cracked black pepper

1
If making from fresh clean the okra carefully by gently scraping away the little hairs on the skin.
2
You don't have to do this but some people have a reaction to them.
3
Do not cut the ends of to reveal the seeds .
4
You will get a slimy substance coming out and the okra will cook away .You need to gently cut the stem away with out opening the okra up, brush the okra with red wine vinegar and if possible leave to dry in the sun for about an hour or so.
5
Simmer them for about 20-30 minutes in the tomato sauce until soft but not mashy, season them with all purpose season ,parsley, sugar, black pepper and chervil.
6
You can add a little chilli if you like .
7
Leave to cool.
8
Serve with the saute peppers ,onions and garlic .
9
If you use okra already cooked ,from a jar and in tomato sauce you will need 2 jars each about 250 grams , saute the peppers onions and garlic in the oil, cool and gently lift them under the okra .
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Sprinkle with a little chilli , parsely and chervil .
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Serve at room temperature
12
Best serve with bread or with lamb or as a appetiser or snack

302

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 700 grams okra, 125 ml Red wine vinegar, 400 grams of tomatoes or one can of tomatoes about 400 grams, 4 tbsp olive oil, and more.

Yes, Sig's Okra with Tomatoes and Italian Sweet Peppers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!