I
think okra is one of the best vegetables in the world...maybe the
best. (You can tell I grew up in Oklahoma, huh.) But, as much as I
love okra, I'm hesitant to cook it without frying it. I'm sure you can
imagine why. If you know anything about okra, you know it can get
disgustingly slimy when cooked the wrong way - even if it tastes good,
just looking at it will turn your stomach.
This okra is healthy and really spicy. And it's remarkably free of slime.
Spiced Okra
- 2 cups frozen okra
- 2 1/2 t. paprika
- 1 t. onion powder
- 1 t. minced garlic
- 1/2 t. cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 t. dried oregano
- 1/4 t. dried basil
- 1/4 t. white pepper
- 1 T. oil
Put okra and oil in nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add spices and stir. Add 1/4 cup water and cook until liquid is dissolved. Check okra; if it's not tender enough, add another 1/4 cup water and cook until liquid is dissolved. Continue until okra is tender. Serves 4
Nutrition: 58 cal, 4g fat, 0g sat fat, 0mg cholesterol, 3mg sodium, 6g carbs, 2g fiber, 2g sugar, 1g protein, 20% vit. A, 16% vit. C, 6% calcium, 4% iron.
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