Cajun Okra Stew Recipes

CREOLE STYLE STEWED OKRA

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large sized dutch oven or saucepan.
• Add the sliced okra, diced onion and pepper. Sauté over medium heat stirring often, until the onions and translucent. About 7-8 minutes.
• Stir in the diced tomatoes and seasoning. Bring to a boil and lower heat to a simmer.
• Cover with lid and let the okra and vegetables simmer for 30-45 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure that it does not stick to the bottom of the dutch oven.
• Serve.

CAJUN OKRA STEW

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a large stew pot.
• Add chopped onions and garlic and saute for 2-3 minutes.
• Add chopped tomatoes, lima beans, blackeye peas and cajun seasoning.
• Bring to a boil, stir well.
• Reduce heat and simmer on low 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• If the stew gets too thick add water as needed.
• Add chopped okra, stir well.
• Simmer another 15 minutes.
• Serve over rice.