Skillet Okra with Garlic
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Cuisine
American
Skillet Okra with Garlic
Description
This dish begins by preparing okra—fresh pods sliced into half-inch pieces or thawed frozen chopped okra. Olive oil is heated in a large skillet over medium-high heat, providing a flavorful cooking medium. Adding garlic infuses the oil with aroma, while seasoning with adobo seasoning, kosher salt, and fresh black pepper layers in savory notes.
The okra is cooked, stirring constantly, for about ten minutes until tender and featuring some browning on the edges. This sauté method limits sliminess common in okra by maintaining high heat and continuous stirring. The result is tender yet slightly crisp okra with garlicky seasoning and a subtle smoky edge from the browning.
Skillet Okra with Garlic can be served as a side dish accompanying various meals. Its straightforward preparation and intuitive seasoning make it an accessible vegetable dish that highlights okra's distinct texture and flavor with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb okra fresh or frozen
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon adobo all-purpose seasoning I like Goya
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper fresh ground
Instructions
- If using fresh okra...cut the ends of the okra and cut into ½ inch slices. If using frozen, chopped....just open the bag.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the okra, garlic, adobo seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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