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Crackling Okra Tacos

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon unrefined coconut or olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds or ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 large yellow or red onion, roughly chopped
  • 1 large yellow or red bell pepper, roughly chopped
  • 1 1/2-inch piece ginger, peeled and grated or minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and grated or minced
  • 3 cups okra, washed, dried, and trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
  • 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Optional: rice, corn tortillas, or naan bread

Instructions

  • In a deep pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the cumin and turmeric. Cook until the seeds sizzle, about 40 seconds.
  • Add the onion and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the bell pepper, ginger and garlic. Cook another minute, stirring.
  • Add the okra and cook for 2 minutes
  • Add the cayenne pepper and salt. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce the heat to low and partially cover the pan. Cook for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Turn the heat off and cover the pan completely. Let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes to allow all the flavors to be absorbed.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve with rice, corn tortillas, or naan.

Notes

Adopted from: www.indianasapplepie.com