Summertime Stewed Okra and Tomatoes
Description
Simmered with onion and garlic, this fresh tomato and okra stew makes a flavorful vegan main dish or a complementary side dish to a variety of recipes.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), diced
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1 clove garlic, minced
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3 cups diced fresh tomato
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1 1/2 cups sliced fresh okra
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1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1 drizzle extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
1
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-low heat. Saute onion and garlic in the hot oil until starting to caramelize, 15 to 20 minutes. Add tomato and okra; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until okra has softened completely and tomatoes have yielded their juices, about 30 minutes.
2
Serve in shallow bowls with juices. Finish with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a little more freshly ground black pepper.