Best 2 Ham And Okra Recipes

Craving a hearty and flavorful Southern dish? Look no further than ham and okra, a classic combination that's sure to tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender pieces of ham, succulent okra, and a rich, savory sauce that comes together in perfect harmony. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner looking to try something new, our collection of ham and okra recipes has something for everyone. From quick and easy skillet meals to slow-cooked stews and casseroles, we've got you covered. So gather your ingredients, get ready to explore the delightful flavors of ham and okra, and prepare to satisfy your cravings with these irresistible recipes.

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MEAN CHEF CHICKEN, ANDOUILLE, HAM AND OKRA GUMBO

Mean Chef Chicken, Andouille, Ham and Okra Gumbo image

The perfect Gumbo. I adopted this recipe in September, 2006. It is the best gumbo recipe I have ever tried.

Provided by Julie in TX

Categories Gumbo

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions
1 1/2 cups chopped celery
1 1/2 cups chopped green bell peppers
1 lb okra, either fresh or frozen and cut into pieces
1 1/2 lbs hot smoked sausage, such as andouille or kielbasa, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch slices
3/4 lb smoked ham, cut into small cubes or 3/4 lb ham, nugget cut into small cubes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 bay leaves
3 quarts chicken stock or 3 quarts chicken broth
3 cups cooked chicken meat
1 tablespoon Pickapeppa Sauce
1 cup chopped parsley
2 bunches chopped green onions
hot sauce, to taste (optional)
4 cups cooked long-grain rice, accompaniment

Steps:

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat and stir in the flour, sprinkling a little at a time and whisking inches Whisk slowly and constantly for 20 to 25 minutes to make a dark brown roux, the color of chocolate.
If you get black specks in your roux it is burned and you will have to start over.
Add the onions, celery, okra and bell peppers and continue to stir for 4 to 5 minutes, or until wilted.
The mixture will be pasty and fairly dry.
Add the sausage, ham, salt, cayenne, pepper, and bay leaves and stir well.
Cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes.
Add the stock or broth and stir well to combine with the roux mixture.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour.
Add the chicken and cook just until the chicken is heated through, about 5 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley, Pickapeppa Sauce and green onions.
Ladle into deep soup bowls over rice.
Serve with hot sauce, if desired.

HAM AND OKRA

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Make and share this Ham and Okra recipe from Food.com.

Provided by EdandTheresa

Categories Ham

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 teaspoons butter
1 medium onion (diced)
3 plum tomatoes (diced)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup v- 8 vegetable juice
1 teaspoon sugar
2 cups frozen cut okra
2 cups long grain rice
1 lb ham steak

Steps:

In a saucepan over medium heat, add butter and diced onions.
Cook onions until translucent, turn heat to low.
Stir in V-8 juice and sugar, cover.
In a deep frying pan over medium heat add butter and ham.
Brown ham on both sides, then add tomatoes, okra and V-8 and onions.
Stir, cover and simmer on low heat.
Cook 2 cups of rice according to package directions.
After rice is cooked, place on platter. Remove ham steak, cut in four pieces and lay on top on top of rice.
Pour tomato and okra mixture on rice and ham.
Garnish with fresh parsley.

Tips:

Choose fresh okra: Look for okra pods that are bright green, firm, and free of blemishes. Avoid pods that are brown or have soft spots.
Soak the okra before cooking: Soaking the okra in cold water for 30 minutes helps to reduce the slime and makes it more tender.
Slice the okra thinly: This will help it cook evenly.
Use a large skillet or saucepan: This will give the okra plenty of room to cook without overcrowding.
Cook the okra over medium heat: This will help prevent it from becoming tough.
Season the okra to taste: Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good options.
Serve the okra immediately: Okra is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Ham and okra is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The combination of ham, okra, tomatoes, and onions is a delicious and satisfying meal. Whether you serve it over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, ham and okra is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give ham and okra a try. You won't be disappointed!