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stewed okra with tomatoes

Stewed okra with tomatoes is an easy and affordable dish! It is loaded with fiber and antioxidants that prevent cancer, such as lycopene. This dish can be served as a main dish over rice, served as a side dish, or scooped with flatbread.

Yield
3 Servings
Preparation time
5 minutes
Cooking time
15 minutes
Total time
20 minutes
Ingredients
2 Tbsp corn or other vegetable oil
small white onion, diced
2 clv Garlic, minced
3 C frozen okra, thawed and sliced
1 can diced tomatoes (14,5 oz can)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions

1. In a heavy-bottomed sauté pan warm oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté about 2-3 minutes, until onion is translucent. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute more.

2. Add the okra and tomatoes with their juices.

3. Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 15 minutes.

4. Serve warm. Enjoy!