Stewed Okra and Tomatoes

Name: Stewed Okra and Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 trips thick-cut bacon; 1 cup chopped onion; 2-3 cloves garlic; 5 cups chopped fresh okra; 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon chicken base; 1 cup apple cider vinegar; salt and pepper

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings
8 servings
Calories
110 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Soup
Cuisine
American, gluten-free

Stewed Okra and Tomatoes

Gael Hudson

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Stewed okra is a classic southern side dish that's a combination of fresh okra (or frozen) with simple pantry staples. Although easy to make, okra stew and tomatoes is hearty, comforting, and so deeply flavorful!

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Ingredients

Servings

3 trips thick-cut bacon chopped
1 cup chopped onion
2-3 cloves garlic minced
5 cups chopped fresh okra cut in ½ inch slices
28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon chicken base or bouillon + 1 cup water
1 cup apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
salt and pepper

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Instructions

Cut the okra and place it in a large bowl. Add 1 cup of vinegar to the bowl along with 1 cup of water. Toss the chopped okra in the vinegar solution and allow it to rest while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
Chop the bacon, onions, and garlic. Set aside.
Set a large 6-quart saucepot over medium heat. Add the bacon pieces. Move the bacon around the pot with a wooden spoon, breaking the pieces apart. Browned the bacon for 3 to 5 minutes, until crispy. Then add in the onion and garlic. Sauté the onions and garlic for 3 to 4 minutes to soften.
Meanwhile, toss the okra again in the vinegar solution. Then drain and rinse with fresh water. Drain again.
Once the onions are soft, add in the okra pieces, canned tomatoes and tomato juices, bay leaf, chicken base, and 1 cup of water. Stir and bring to a simmer. Then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, covered. Remove the lid and simmer another 10+ minutes, until the okra is cooked through and tender, but not mushy.
Taste, and add salt and pepper as needed.

Notes

Stewed okra and tomatoes is best to enjoy soon after making. This is when the veggies are most tender. But you can keep leftovers in an airtight container the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a microwave just until warm.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 0.5cup Calories 110kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.02g Cholesterol 9mg (3%) Sodium 298mg (12%) Potassium 455mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 570IU (11%) Vitamin C 25mg (28%) Calcium 91mg (9%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 110 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	0.5cup
Calories	110kcal	6%
Carbohydrates	11g	4%
Protein	4g	8%
Fat	6g	9%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	2g	10%
Trans Fat	0.02g	1%
Cholesterol	9mg	3%
Sodium	298mg	12%
Potassium	455mg	10%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	4g	8%
Vitamin A	570IU	11%
Vitamin C	25mg	28%
Calcium	91mg	9%
Iron	2mg	11%