Cajun and Creole Recipes
Smothered Okra
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh young okra
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup tomatoes, canned or fresh
Instructions
- Wash whole okra and dry thoroughly with paper towels. Slice into 18 to 1/4 inch rounds. Sauté in oil over medium heat until okra stops "stringing," stirring frequently. This could take 20 to 30 minutes. Do not let it brown.
- Add onion and garlic and sauté until they soften.
- Add seasoning and tomatoes (and some juice too). Allow to simmer at least 10 minutes or longer.