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Seared Okra and Tomato Recipe

A quick Filipino sauté of fresh okra and tomatoes seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper. The vinegar toss reduces okra slime while maintaining a crisp-tender texture.

Difficulty Medium
Time 8 min
Servings 4
Ingredients 6
Steps 7
Seared Okra and Tomato Recipe
Filipino Updated 8/23/2018

Ingredients

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  • 12 to 15 pieces okra sliced crosswise
  • 2 pieces tomato cubed
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • salt
  • ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil

Instructions

7 cooking steps

  1. Arrange sliced okra in a bowl. Add vinegar. Toss until coated.
  2. Heat a pan or a skillet. Pour cooking oil.
  3. Add okra when the oil is hot. Sear one side for 30 seconds. Stir and continue to cook the opposite side for another 30 seconds.
  4. Add tomatoes. Stir and cook for 5 to 7 minutes in medium heat while stirring every minute.
  5. Season with salt and ground black pepper.
  6. Transfer to a serving plate. Serve.
  7. Share and enjoy!

Catalog details

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Recipe notes

  • Tossing okra with vinegar helps reduce slime during cooking.
  • Do not overcook the okra to maintain its crisp texture.

Storage notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.