Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh okra, sliced
- 2 large tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 cup vegetable broth or water
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by washing and slicing the okra, dicing the tomatoes, and chopping the onion and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add sliced okra and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in diced tomatoes, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Pour in vegetable broth or water.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until okra is tender. Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh okra to avoid a slimy texture.
- Don’t overcook—okra should be tender but not mushy.
- Add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar for extra flavor.
- Customize with spices like cayenne or cumin for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg