Description
Juneteenth okra and tomatoes is a vibrant dish that celebrates African American culinary heritage. This delightful recipe features tender, fresh okra paired with juicy tomatoes, aromatic onions, and garlic. It's easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings or festive occasions, offering a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether served as a main dish or a side, this recipe honors tradition while tantalizing your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh okra, sliced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the okra under cold water and slice off the ends. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and finely dice the onion.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil until shimmering.
- Sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 3 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add sliced okra to the skillet; sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate chopped tomatoes along with salt and pepper; cook for an additional 8 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Serve warm as a side or main dish, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side/Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: African American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 48mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, include bell peppers. - Spice things up with a pinch of cayenne pepper. - Substitute fresh tomatoes with canned for convenience.