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Okra and Tomatoes Recipe

Sliced okra and cooked tomatoes in red sauce with a spoonful lifted above the bowl

This classic southern dish of okra and tomatoes is the perfect side and so easy and simple to pull together!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons Bacon fat (Or olive oil to make Vegan)
  • 1 pound Okra (Sliced)
  • 1 cup Chopped tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup Green onion (Sliced)
  • 1/4 cup Green pepper (Chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Parsley flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Granulated sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Saute okra in bacon fat for 5 minutes or until the inside is tender and the exterior is crisp. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
  2. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Taste then season if necessary and serve.

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