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.

Fried Okra With Tomato Chutney

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

  1. In a bowl, combine the cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. Dredge the sliced okra in the cornmeal mixture until evenly coated.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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