Fried Okra With Tomato Chutney
Fried Okra with Tomato Chutney is a delicious dish from Saint Helenian Cuisine that combines the crispy texture of fried okra with the tangy flavor of tomato chutney. It's a perfect side dish or appetizer for any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound okra, sliced
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the sliced okra in the cornmeal mixture until evenly coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the coated okra in batches until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate saucepan, combine the chopped tomatoes, onions, garlic, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens into a chutney-like consistency.
- Serve the fried okra with the tomato chutney on the side for dipping.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Skillet Bowl Saucepan
Tools
Knife Cutting board Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the Fried Okra with Tomato Chutney as a side dish with grilled meats or as an appetizer for a party.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to slice the okra evenly for consistent frying, and adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the chutney to your desired level of spiciness.
Cost
$10