Okra and tomatoes team up to make this delicious side dish. If you’ve avoided okra because of its texture, you might be surprised at how good it is when combined with juicy tomatoes, bacon, and onions. It’s a simple and easy dish to prepare and cook, and makes a fabulous side dish with just about any main protein. Or serve it as a luncheon dish with a scoop of rice.
Recipe Variations
- Add fresh or frozen corn kernels to the dish for additional flavor and color.
- Okra is also popular in Indian cuisine. Add a dash of curry powder and turmeric to taste, and serve with naan bread.
- Combine the okra and tomatoes with corn and lima beans for a tasty succotash.
Okra and Tomatoes
Okra and tomatoes make a mouthwatering combination in this easy-to-make side dish. Try it with your favorite protein or as a standalone meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
Ingredients
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- 4 strips bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh okra, washed and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 4 large tomatoes, seeded and diced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional
- Chopped fresh parsley, optional
Instructions
- Arrange the bacon in a large skillet and place it over medium heat; cook until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain.
- Add the chopped onions to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes or until translucent. Add the okra, tomatoes, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper if using; stir to combine and simmer for 20 minutes or until the okra is tender. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
- Garnish with parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
