![]() *The oil in this dish could easily be left out and the onion and pepper could be parboiled in broth making this an FP dish. As a side dish a 1 cup serving is plenty so you will have 4.53 carbs in one serving of this recipe. Add 1 cup of vinegar to the bowl along with 1 cup of water. 14.12 total plus 4 net carbs gives you a total of 18.12 carbs. Cut the okra and place it in a large bowl. Once the fat begins to release, add the okra. Add the bacon and begin to render the fat. Place a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium heat. This dish contains 2 total cups of tomatoes which is 14.12 plus one half of a medium onion contains 4 net cabs. Turn off the heat and let the rice sit for another 20 minutes (I set a timer). ![]() 1) Tomatoes are considered fp in moderation but with 1 cup having 7.06 grams of carbs the serving size does need to be considered. Its fantastic over rice or served with naan bread. In case you’re unfamiliar with it, Creole is usually a milder version of Cajun cooking spice wise, but just as flavorful. Here, okra is stir-fried with onion, tomato, cayenne, curry, and turmeric to create a quick curried okra dish thats ready in about 20 minutes. From my husband “You know I’m not a fan of okra, but that was good!” Then from my daughter I got, “That was the least slimy okra I’ve ever eaten.” – That’s because it isn’t at all slimy in this dish! All okra comments from the peanut gallery aside this dish is a really tasty Creole side. I served this to my a couple of my toughest okra critics and got better reviews than I expected, what with their negative bias against my beloved okra. Oh and also a new account for Instagram lovers I’m trying my hand at that media now too so click over and follow me there if you’d like. You can also leave comments on this blog or reach me for easier access on my FB Page, so be sure and follow me there and on Pinterest. To receive all my latest recipes as they are posted be sure and leave your e-mail address in the field on the top left of this post. I know that isn’t the case everywhere so here is the basic version of this dish and it is as good a recipe as I have eaten in any restaurant. Although it is a favorite of mine I have really never made it a lot in the past, because it is just so accessible around here. ![]() I don’t know about the rest of the country, but here in East Texas just an hour West of Louisiana, if you go into a diner with a steam table or family style eating you will typically find some version of this Creole Style Stewed Okra and Tomatoes. Stir in chopped parsley and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover and cook just until chickpeas are heated through, about 3 minutes. ![]() I’m just sorry I didn’t weigh in on this one earlier since I’ve been a lifelong okra fan even back when okra wasn’t cool :). Cook, stirring occasionally, until okra is just tender, about 10 minutes. Since I know you’re all anxiously awaiting the next OKRA recipe here’s my contribution in the form of Creole Style Stewed Okra And Tomatoes. ![]()
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