Feast your taste buds on a culinary journey to Louisiana with this tantalizing Crab, Beef, and Okra Stew. Embark on a flavor adventure where succulent crab and tender beef harmoniously blend with earthy okra, all simmered in a rich, savory broth. This hearty and comforting stew is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will warm your soul on a chilly evening. Our carefully curated collection of recipes offers variations to suit every palate, from a classic Creole-inspired stew to a modern twist with a spicy kick. Get ready to indulge in a delightful gumbo-like dish that will leave you craving more.
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BEEF AND OKRA STEW
"My grandma's stew reminds me of my childhood in Charleston. The recipe has been in my family for generations," says Kardea.
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the canola oil in a large pot over high heat. Sprinkle the beef with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Add the beef to the hot oil and cook, turning, about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned, about 3 minutes more. Transfer the beef to a plate and set aside.
- Add the onion, garlic and bouillon cube to the pot and cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the beef stock, tomato sauce, tomato paste, ginger, sugar, 1 teaspoon pepper and 1 cup water and bring to a boil; season with salt. Return the beef to the pot, reduce to a simmer and cook until the meat is fork-tender, about 25 minutes.
- Add the okra and cook until tender, about 20 minutes; the okra will thicken the stew as it cooks. Add additional stock or water if the stew becomes too thick.
BEEF AND OKRA STEW
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over high heat. Sprinkle the beef with salt and pepper (about 1/2 teaspoon of each). Add the beef to the hot oil along with the beef bouillon, onion and garlic and cook until the beef is seared, about 5 minutes; reduce the heat to medium. Continue to cook, stirring, until the beef is browned, about 3 more minutes. Remove the beef to a plate and set aside.
- Stir the tomato sauce, beef stock, tomato paste, ginger, sugar, 1 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper and 1 cup water into the pot. Bring to a boil; season with additional salt. Return the beef to the pot and add the okra. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the okra is tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Add additional stock or water if the stew is too thick; the okra will thicken the stew as it cooks.
BROKEN CRAB AND OKRA STEW
This recipe came from GULLAH HOME COOKING THE DAUFUSKIE WAY by SALLIE ANN ROBINSON. This recipe is just okra and tomatoes with crabs added. It can be served with rice,cornbread or grits, those of you who know grits. But remember you will need your God-given tools for eating the crabs. This is great at fish fries, instead of catfish stew, use this recipe.
Provided by mightyro_cooking4u
Categories Crab
Time 1h
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pour boiling water over crabs to stun them to prevent them pinching you.
- "Debark" and clean them (remove the top shell and gills), break in half.
- If you wish, remove legs and back fins.
- Fry the bacon in a large skillet, add crab pieces, onons, water, and if using, stewed tomatoes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste and simmer 15 minutes.
- Add okra and boil gently, stirring often, 15 to 20 minutes- or simmer until the okra is tender but the crab is still firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.4, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 21.8, Sodium 90.8, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 6.7
CRAB, BEEF AND OKRA STEW
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories dinner, one pot, main course
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- With a mortar and pestle, combine the garlic, parsley and scallion and mash into a paste.
- In a colander in the sink, rub the beef all over with the insides of the lemon and lime halves and rinse with hot water. Transfer the meat to a large bowl and toss with the scallion paste, lemon and lime juices, hot sauce and adobo and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, until dark red, about 30 seconds. Add the beef mixture and Picalese and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes. Add the crabs and 1 cup water and continue to cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Add the okra, onion, butter and 2 cups water and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until the okra is tender, about 10 minutes more.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving platter and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 610, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 57 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 1031 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BEEF, TOMATO, AND OKRA STEW
Homey okra stew with beef and tomatoes. Serving suggestion: steamed white rice.
Provided by m0rdsithh
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium heat. Add beef, onion, bell pepper, butter, and garlic. Saute until vegetables are soft, onion is translucent, and beef is browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add tomatoes, okra, water, chicken base, seasoned salt, and garlic powder.
- Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 17.4 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 739.9 mg, Sugar 8 g
CRAB AND SHRIMP GUMBO WITH OKRA
My grandma gave me a famous Louisiana cookbook (if you are a Louisiana native, you know what I'm talking about) when I was a teenager. I watched her make famous-around-town gumbo so many times as a kid. I took the book's "second edition" recipe and what I learned from her and came up with my own hybrid of the two. My daughters have asked me for my recipe, so here is my best recollection of it.
Provided by Tiffany Alessi Carter
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Gumbo Recipes
Time 3h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat 1/2 cup oil in a large stockpot over medium-low heat until a pinch of flour sprinkled into the oil just begins to bubble. Whisk in the flour to form a thick paste the consistency of cake frosting. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, until the flour is very dark brown and the color of melted chocolate, about 45 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and add okra, onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook, stirring constantly, until onions are translucent and veggies are cooked, 6 to 8 minutes. Add diced tomatoes, cover, and bring to a simmer.
- Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add okra and cook, stirring constantly, until tender and no longer stringy or slimy, about 10 minutes. Add to simmering roux mixture and simmer over low heat, stirring frequently, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add 6 cups water plus file powder, Creole seasoning, salt, pepper, cayenne, and bay leaves. Cook, uncovered, tasting a few times as it cooks to adjust spices and adding more water if necessary, until gumbo is as thick as you would like, at least 2 to 3 hours. The longer it cooks, the better.
- Stir in shrimp and crabmeat; cook for 15 more minutes. Ladle gumbo over hot rice in serving bowls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 109.4 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 497.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips
- Choose fresh and high-quality ingredients: Using fresh crab, beef, okra, and other vegetables will greatly enhance the flavor and texture of your stew. Look for bright green okra pods that are not slimy or bruised, and make sure the crab and beef are fresh and of good quality.
- Don't overcook the crab and beef: Crab and beef can easily become tough and chewy if overcooked. Be careful not to boil them for too long. A few minutes of simmering should be enough to cook them through.
- Add the okra towards the end of cooking: Okra can become slimy if cooked for too long. Add it to the stew towards the end of cooking, so that it has just enough time to soften but not become mushy.
- Season the stew to taste: The amount of salt, pepper, and other seasonings you add will depend on your personal preferences. Taste the stew as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Serve the stew hot: Crab, beef, and okra stew is best served hot, with a side of rice or bread. You can also garnish it with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley.
Conclusion
Crab, beef, and okra stew is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you like your stew spicy or mild, with more crab or more beef, there is a recipe out there that you will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give crab, beef, and okra stew a try. You won't be disappointed.
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