Smothered Okra With Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Smothered Okra With Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. reduced-calorie margarine; 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 lb. fresh okra, cut into 1/4-inch slices (may substitute frozen okra); 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. ground white pepper; 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper; 1 medium tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 1/2 cup); 1 tsp. paprika; 1/2 c. water

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. reduced-calorie margarine
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 lb. fresh okra, cut into 1/4-inch slices (may substitute frozen okra)
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. ground white pepper
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
1 medium tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 tsp. paprika
1/2 c. water

1
In a large skillet, over high heat, heat the margarine and olive oil until very hot.
2
Add the okra, salt, cumin, white pepper and red pepper; stir constantly to prevent sticking.
3
Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the okra is no longer slimy, then add the tomato and paprika.
4
Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking.
5
When the okra starts to stick, scrape the bottom of the skillet with a spoon; continue cooking and stirring until the okra turns a light brown color.
6
Gradually stir in the water.
7
Cook, uncovered, for about 30 minutes longer, or until all the liquid has evaporated, stirring often.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. reduced-calorie margarine, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 lb. fresh okra, cut into 1/4-inch slices (may substitute frozen okra), 1/4 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Smothered Okra With Tomatoes 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.

Smothered Okra With Tomatoes

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