Shrimp and Okra with Tomatoes

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 8
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 115.2
  • Total Fat: 3.0 g
  • Cholesterol: 86.1 mg
  • Sodium: 93.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 9.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3.1 g
  • Protein: 13.8 g

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Introduction

Correct handling (and the addition of vinegar prevents the okra from releasing sap and getting "slimey". Correct handling (and the addition of vinegar prevents the okra from releasing sap and getting "slimey".
Number of Servings: 8

Ingredients

    1 tablespoon olive oil
    1 medium onion, diced
    1 medium bell pepper, diced
    1 lb okra, sliced crossways
    2 tablespoons cider vinegar
    1 cup seafood or vegetable stock
    3 red riped tomatoes, peeled and diced
    1 teaspoon Mrs, Dash Garlic and Heb Blend
    1/4 -1/2 teaspoon Mrs. Dash Extra Spicy Seasoning
    1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions

Heat large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to cover pan. All onions and peppers; saute until onions are translucent. Add seasonings and stir completely to distribute. Add okra and cider vinegar; stir gently to distribute without breaking the slices. Cook on medium low for a few minutes, Add tomatoes and stock; stir gently. Don't stir after tomatoes are added and okra begins to cook; overstirring will release the sap from the okra and cause the mixture to get slimy. Simmer for 20-30 minutes until okra slices are tender and mixture has thickened slightly, Very gently stir in shrimp, simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked and no longer translucent. Serve plain or over rice.

Serving Size: Makes (8) 8 oz servings

Number of Servings: 8

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user GGRANT008.