Stewed Okra and Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Stewed Okra and Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1 teaspoon pure chile powder, such as ancho; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 pound okra, stemmed and sliced 1/2 inch thick; 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup water; Salt

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon pure chile powder, such as ancho
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 pound okra, stemmed and sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup water
Salt

1
In a medium skillet, heat the vegetable oil.
2
Add the minced garlic and sliced red onion and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the chile powder, cayenne pepper, cumin seeds and turmeric and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
4
Add the okra and cook for 2 minutes, tossing.
5
Add the tomatoes and cook over high heat until they release their juices, about 1 minute.
6
Add the water, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the okra is just tender, about 5 minutes.
7
Season with salt and serve.

163

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 small red onion, thinly sliced, 1 teaspoon pure chile powder, such as ancho, and more.

Yes, Stewed Okra and Tomatoes falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Stewed Okra and Tomatoes

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