Best 6 Okra And Corn Creole Recipes

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**Okra and Corn Creole: A Flavorful Fusion of Southern Charm and Creole Delights**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the South with Okra and Corn Creole, a delectable dish that brings together the best of two culinary worlds. This Creole-inspired recipe artfully blends okra, corn, tomatoes, and aromatic spices, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step recipes will guide you through the process of crafting this Southern classic with ease. From the classic Okra and Corn Creole to variations that incorporate shrimp, sausage, or okra pickles, we've got you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the rich heritage and bold flavors of Creole cuisine.

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HEARTY CREOLE OKRA AND TOMATOES



Hearty Creole Okra and Tomatoes image

A great Southern okra dish that allegedly comes from the heart of Acadiana. This vegetable dish is heavy enough to serve as a main dish and makes one pine for the fiddles and chicory coffee.

Provided by wasabinoir

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 onions, chopped
4 ears fresh corn, shucked and kernels scraped from cob
2 pounds fresh okra, cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes, broken up
½ pound andouille sausage, diced
½ teaspoon Creole seasoning, or to taste
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter and olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Cook and stir celery and onions until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the corn kernels and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Stir in okra, tomatoes, andouille sausage, and Creole seasoning; cover and cook over medium heat until the okra has lost all of its slippery texture, at least 45 minutes. Season with sea salt, black pepper, and more Creole seasoning if necessary. Cook, uncovered, to reduce liquid, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 16.1 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 435.7 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

CORN OKRA CREOLE



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This dish is representative of my area of the country, and particularly the Texas-Louisiana border. The okra, corn and Creole seasonings are all popular here. -Ruth Aubey, San Antonio, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups fresh or frozen corn or 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole-kernel corn
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh or frozen okra
3 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped (1-1/2 cups)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute green pepper and onion in oil until tender. Add corn and okra; cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, salt, pepper and, if desired, pepper sauce. Cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

~ MY CREOLE STEWED OKRA, CORN & TOMATOES ~



~ My Creole Stewed Okra, Corn & Tomatoes ~ image

Being my hubby's from the south, he loves his Okra and I actually acquired a taste for it, once I learned to grow and cook it. This was one of the first of many Okra recipes I've put together, sort of based on one he tried explaining, that his mother would make. He enjoyed mine so much, that he requests it all of the time,...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp bacon drippings
1 - 16 oz bag of frozen okra slices, thawed or 2 cups fresh, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic
1 - 15 oz can, chopped tomatoes & juice
1 - 11 oz can, whole kernel corn with jalapenos ( drained ), or use plain - frozen can be used as well _ or even fresh
1 tsp creole seasoning
fresh cracked black pepper - to taste
pinch sugar if tomatoes are bitter
1/2 Tbsp butter - optional

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium iron skillet, over medium heat, add bacon fat, once hot add okra and onion - continue cooking until okra begins to brown , stickiness diminishes and onions are soft. Add garlic and cook another minute. Stirring occasionally.
  • 2. Add corn, tomatoes, juice and seasonings. Continue cooking until well heated through and begins to thicken - 15 minutes. Right before serving I stir in some butter. Serve hot.
  • 3. So good!

CREOLE OKRA



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A yummy vegetarian side dish, easy to make. Taste holds up for leftovers. The use of frozen okra makes this a year-round favorite in our family.

Provided by SILVERMARIGOLD

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ green bell pepper, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice
⅜ teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cut okra

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the onion and garlic until limp. Add the green pepper; cook and stir until tender. Drain the tomatoes, reserving juice, and pour them into the skillet. Season with thyme, parsley, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes over medium heat.
  • Add the frozen okra, and pour in enough of the reserved juice from the tomatoes to cover the bottom of the pan. Cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until okra is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 184.5 mg, Sugar 8 g

OKRA AND CORN CREOLE



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This is a traditional southern recipe. Best, if using fresh summer vegetables, but still a delicious side using frozen vegetables and ripe tomatoes, from the grocery or canned. When using fresh okra, use small to medium sized pods, for tenderness. From Cooking Light Cookbook 1994, with a slight tweak.

Provided by Sharon Colyer

Categories     Vegetables

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

vegetable cooking spray
2 c sliced okra, fresh or frozen (best with fresh)
1 c chopped green pepper
1/2 medium chopped onion
2 1/2 c fresh corn off of the cob (about 3 ears) or frozen (best with fresh)
1/2 c water
2 can(s) (14 1/2 oz each) whole tomatoes chopped with juice* (use fresh tomatoes, if you have them.)
2 Tbsp tomato paste*
1/2 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp hot sauce
(*these items were originally listed as "no-added-salt". you may use these, if you like.)

Steps:

  • 1. Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat, until hot. Add green pepper and onion; sauté 3 minutes, or until tender.
  • 2. Add corn and water, to vegetables in skillet, stirring well. Cover and cook, over medium heat 5 minutes; stir gently, and cook an additional 5 minutes.
  • 3. Add chopped tomato with juice and next 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add okra; cover and simmer 5-7 minutes, or until okra is tender. Makes 12 servings.

CREOLE CAESAR SALAD WITH CORN BREAD CROUTONS



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My love for okra began as a child and continues to border on just this side of insanity. I love okra. As a young boy, I would smuggle a brown bag full of fried okra into the movies as my better-than-popcorn snack. On Sunday nights, I was famous for making fried okra and creamed corn sandwiches with fresh slices of tomato and loads of Duke's mayonnaise. Years later, while studying in Italy, I realized that Italians also took leftover vegetables and made sandwiches. All you need are cold vegetables, bread, and mayo. The Caesar salad treatment makes this lighter than a sandwich, although if you want to give it more heft, you can add shrimp, chicken, or duck.

Provided by Alexander Smalls

Categories     Summer     Salad     Corn     Okra     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

For the salad:
2 cups Fried Okra
2 heads romaine lettuce, leaves separated
1 cup cooked fresh corn kernels, chilled
2½ cups cubed corn bread, toasted
½ cup sliced grape tomatoes
½ cup sliced seedless cucumber
¼ cup sliced red onion
Creole Caesar Dressing (recipe follows)
For the Creole Caesar dressing:
⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ roasted red bell pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • For the salad:
  • Place half the fried okra in a large bowl and add the romaine, corn, corn bread, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion. Add the dressing and toss until well coated.
  • Divide the salad among six serving plates and top evenly with the remaining okra. Serve immediately.
  • For the Creole Caesar dressing:
  • In a small saucepan, combine the oil, garlic, and onion. Cook over low heat until the garlic and onion are golden and tender, about 15 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the garlic and onion to a food processor; reserve the oil.
  • Add the vinegar, bell pepper, celery, sugar, cayenne, mayonnaise, Parmesan, and a pinch each of salt and black pepper to the food processor. Pulse until smooth. With the machine running, add the oil in a thin stream and process until emulsified. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh okra: Look for okra pods that are firm, slender, and have a deep green color. Avoid pods that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Trim the okra properly: Cut off the stem end of the okra pods and remove the blossom end. Then, slice the pods into 1/2-inch rounds.
  • Soak the okra in vinegar: This helps to reduce the okra's sliminess. Soak the okra in a mixture of equal parts vinegar and water for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Cook the okra over medium heat: High heat can make the okra slimy. Cook the okra over medium heat until it is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the corn and tomatoes: Once the okra is tender, add the corn and tomatoes to the pot. Cook until the corn is heated through and the tomatoes have softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Season the dish: Add salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.

Conclusion:

Okra and corn creole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The okra is tender and slightly slimy, while the corn is sweet and crunchy. The tomatoes add a touch of acidity and the spices give the dish a flavorful kick. Serve okra and corn creole with rice, mashed potatoes, or cornbread.

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