stewed okra and tomatoes

Odessa, TX
Updated on Mar 24, 2011

This is one of my favorite side dishes. It is good with good ole southern food. I like to make it when I make chicken fried steak and mashed potatoes....fried pork chops and macaronni and cheese; you've got the idea...very comforting and old school.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 3 - 4

Ingredients

  • 1 - onion, chopped
  • 3 cups sliced okra
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, do not drain
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil

How To Make stewed okra and tomatoes

  • Step 1
    In a heavy bottom pot, heat oil
  • Step 2
    Add the onion and garlic; sauté until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add the okra and tomatoes, salt and pepper.
  • Step 4
    Simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Note: If needed, add water or chicken stock if the pot becomes too dry.

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Category: Vegetables
Keyword: #easy
Keyword: #sides
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: Southern
Method: Stove Top

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