Okra and Tomatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil, for frying
- 1/4 pound bacon, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups diced tomatoes, peeled and cored
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon chicken base
- 4 cups sliced fresh or frozen okra
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add bacon, butter, onion, green pepper and garlic.
- Sauté until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent. Add seasoned salt, garlic powder, tomatoes, water, chicken base and okra. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 30 minutes stirring occasionally.
- Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Serve with steamed white rice.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 280g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 226 | |
| Calories from Fat 173 | 77% |
| Total Fat 19.37g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 6.71g | 27% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium 558mg | 23% |
| Potassium 464mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs 9.28g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 8% |
| Sugars 5.25g | 4% |
| Protein 5.06g | 8% |
