Description
Southern Stewed Okra with Tomatoes is a comforting, vibrant dish that perfectly blends tender okra and juicy tomatoes with aromatic herbs. This easy-to-make Southern classic brings back nostalgic memories while delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this recipe is your go-to for utilizing fresh garden produce and creating cherished moments around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh okra, sliced
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing the okra and slicing it. Dice the tomatoes and onion; mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onions for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and chopped okra; cook until the okra softens (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, bringing it to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer on low for another 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve warm over rice or enjoy directly from the bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg