Brazilian recipe
Okra Stew (Ensopado de quiabo)
Okra stew is a traditional dish from Brazilian cuisine, prized for its simplicity, bold flavor, and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
200 g of okra (about 20 pieces)
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 red onion
1 clove of garlic
1 can of diced peeled tomatoes (with juice)
2/3 cup (tea) of water
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 red bell pepper
1/2 red onion
1 clove of garlic
1 can of diced peeled tomatoes (with juice)
2/3 cup (tea) of water
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh produce and canned goods at local neighborhood grocery stores or produce markets. If fresh cumin seeds are unavailable, ground cumin is a common substitute, though the aroma profile will vary slightly.
Preparation method
- Wash the okra pods and dry them carefully with a clean kitchen towel.
- Trim the ends and slice each okra diagonally into 1 cm pieces.
- Set the sliced okra aside.
- Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Cut the bell pepper in half, remove the seeds, and dice half of it into 1 cm cubes.
- Lightly crush the cumin seeds in a mortar to release their aroma.
- Heat a medium pot over medium heat with the olive oil.
- Add the onion and the bell pepper.
- Season with a pinch of salt and sauté for 3 minutes until the vegetables soften.
- Add the garlic and the crushed cumin.
- Stir everything for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the water and mix well to deglaze the bottom of the pot.
- Incorporate the peeled tomatoes with their liquid.
- Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.
- Add the sliced okra to the pot.
- Cook for another 6 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the okra becomes slightly tender.
- Avoid overcooking so that the okra maintains its ideal texture.
- Serve immediately.
Observations
This stew combines the unique texture of okra with an aromatic and seasoned sauce, making it an excellent side dish for everyday meals.
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