Stewed Okra and Tomatoes
Okra and tomatoes are a favorite pairing in Southern and Caribbean cuisines.
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Okra and tomatoes are a favorite pairing in Southern and Caribbean cuisines.
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked pearl barley
- 1 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, sliced (11/2 cups)
- 1 lb. okra, sliced (5 cups)
- 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped (2 cups)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 Tbs. lemon juice
- 11/2 cups crumbled feta cheese, optional
Preparation
1. Cook barley according to package directions.
2. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and sauté 5 minutes. Add okra, and sauté 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and garlic, and sauté 3 minutes, or until tomatoes release their juices. Stir in broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 15 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Serve vegetables over barley, and top with feta (if using).
Nutrition Information
- Calories 298
- Carbohydrate Content 61 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 3 g
- Fiber Content 14 g
- Protein Content 9 g
- Saturated Fat Content 0.5 g
- Sodium Content 38 mg
- Sugar Content 5 g