Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our okra, tomato, and bacon extravaganza! This delectable dish combines the unique texture of okra, the tangy sweetness of tomatoes, and the smoky savoriness of bacon, creating a captivating culinary experience. Embark on a flavor journey with our Southern-style classic, featuring tender okra sautéed in bacon fat, complemented by juicy tomatoes and aromatic onions. For a twist of spice, try our spicy okra and tomato rendition, where chili peppers ignite your taste buds with a fiery kick. If you prefer a vegetarian delight, our okra and tomato curry is a vibrant medley of flavors, where okra and tomatoes harmonize with a symphony of Indian spices. And for a quick and easy weeknight meal, our sheet pan okra and tomatoes with sausage is a one-pan wonder, where okra, tomatoes, sausage, and potatoes roast together for a hearty and satisfying feast. No matter your preference, our okra, tomato, and bacon recipes promise a culinary adventure that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
OKRA AND TOMATOES
This is a very simple recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does.
Provided by GWYNN
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
- Remove bacon from pan and saute okra, onion, pepper and celery until tender. Add tomatoes, salt and pepper and cook until tomatoes are heated through.
- Garnish with crumbled bacon, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 249.8 mg, Sugar 6 g
OKRA AND TOMATOES
Steps:
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook bacon until the bacon is starting to get crispy and the fat is rendered, about 5 minutes.
- Add the onion and garlic; saute for 5 more minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes (with their juices), sugar, thyme, bay leaf, vinegar and Worcestershire sauce. Use the juices from the tomatoes to deglaze the pan, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
- Add the okra, cover with a lid, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the okra is tender (about 10-12 minutes for fresh okra or 7-8 minutes for frozen okra).
- Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 of the recipe, Calories 126 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 317 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g
STEWED OKRA AND TOMATOES
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a heavy bottomed saute pan over medium-high heat, add the bacon. Render the bacon until crisp. Remove from pan and reserve. Add the onion and saute until tender, about 3 minutes.
- Add the okra and tomatoes, making sure to add the reserved juice from the tomatoes to the saute pan. Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 15 minutes.
PAN-SEARED OKRA WITH BACON
Okra is a staple in Gullah cooking, and let me tell you, give me a cast-iron skillet and I'm a happy girl. It's the perfect pan for giving that okra its crispy, roasted exterior. Paired with bacon...shoot, it's downright delicious. My secret for un-slimy okra? A squeeze of lemon juice.
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook the bacon in a large cast-iron skillet until crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove to paper towels to drain, reserving the drippings in the skillet.
- Add the okra to the drippings in the skillet. Add the canola oil if the skillet is dry. Sprinkle with the House Seasoning, and toss to coat. Saute until crispy and golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Squeeze the juice from the lemon over the top of the okra. Crumble the bacon over the top and sprinkle with freshly ground pepper. Serve right from the skillet.
- Stir together the garlic and onion powders, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
OKRA, TOMATOES, AND BACON
I love Southern food, and okra is no exception. During the summer, when okra can be bought fresh in farmer's markets in Texas, I love purchasing bunches of the stuff and making this dish.
Provided by Tastyeatsathome
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, about 10 minutes. Crumble bacon into a bowl.
- Add onion and garlic to skillet over medium heat; cook and stir until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add hot pepper and cook until tender, about 3 minutes more. Add drained tomatoes; season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook 5 minutes more.
- Add okra and enough reserved juice from tomatoes to cover. Simmer, covered, until okra is tender, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.1 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 328.8 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
OKRA, TOMATOES, & BACON
A mixture of okra, tomatoes, bacon, and onions that is delicious as a side dish or served over rice. This is a recipe developed over the years by my mother-in-law and me.
Provided by loripy
Categories Pork
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Saute' bacon in skillet until it is browned. Add onion, cooking until the onion is transparent. Add the okra and continue cooking until it is tender and almost done. Add tomatoes and continue cooking 4-5 minutes more. Add salt and pepper to your taste. Serve as a side dish or over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.8, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 8.2, Sodium 111.7, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 4
SAUTEED OKRA WITH HEIRLOOM TOMATOES AND BACON
Scott Peacock and Edna Lewis, authors of "The Gift of Southern Cooking," share their wonderful sauteed okra recipe paired with heriloom tomatoes and bacon, which is a great dish to serve during any get-together.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over low heat until it is crisp and fat is rendered. Remove bacon and set aside.
- Add okra to skillet and cook, stirring frequently, over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes. Add onion wedges, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
- Add tomatoes and reduce heat to low. Continue cooking, partially covered, until tomatoes are just heated through, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Crumble bacon slices over tomatoes; serve warm.
Tips:
- To select the best okra, choose pods that are small and tender, with a deep green color and no bruises or blemishes.
- If you don't have any bacon grease, you can use olive oil or butter instead.
- To make the dish spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- If you don't have any fresh tomatoes, you can use canned diced tomatoes instead.
- Serve the dish with rice, pasta, or bread for a complete meal.
Conclusion:
Okra, tomatoes, and bacon is a classic Southern dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. The combination of okra's unique flavor and texture, the sweetness of the tomatoes, and the smokiness of the bacon make for a dish that is both satisfying and flavorful. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a gathering, okra, tomatoes, and bacon is sure to please everyone at the table.
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