Gombo Frit Avec Sauce Tomate (fried Okra With Tomato Sauce)
Gombo Frit avec Sauce Tomate, or Fried Okra with Tomato Sauce, is a popular dish in Gabonese cuisine. This flavorful and crispy dish is perfect as a side or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 pound okra, sliced
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the sliced okra, cornmeal, salt, and pepper until the okra is well coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place the coated okra slices in the skillet and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the fried okra from the skillet and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- In a separate saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Serve the fried okra with the tomato sauce 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 Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestion: Serve the Gombo Frit avec Sauce Tomate with a side of steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tip: Make sure the okra slices are well coated with cornmeal for a crispy texture.
Cost
$10