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Okra salad

Recipe Information

Description:
Okra salad is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 25 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 35 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 25 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 35 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Okra
Category Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Subtype Salad
Cuisine American
Cook Method Frying
Diet

Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon

  • 1 (16 ounce) package cut okra

  • 2 onions, chopped

  • 5 serrano peppers, seeded and diced

  • 2 medium tomatoes, diced

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil

  • 1/4 cup white vinegar

Directions

  • On a saucepan over medium heat, fry the bacon until crisp. Place on a paper towel to absorb grease.

  • Add the okra to the bacon grease in the same saucepan and fry for about five minutes. Remove and place in a salad bowl. Add the onion, serrano peppers, and tomatoes. Crumble in the bacon.

  • In a small sauce pan, combine the sugar, coconut oil, and vinegar until the sugar dissolves. Add the mixture to the salad, tossing well to coat.

  • Refrigerate and serve chilled.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 230 cal

  • Total fat: 16g

  • Saturated fat: 8g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 8g

  • Cholesterol: 10mg

  • Sodium: 121mg

  • Potassium: 0mg

  • Carbohydrate: 20g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 4g