Blackened Okra | Afro-Vegan
- Yield: 2-3 1x
Ingredients
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- Blackened Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoons cumin seeds, toasted
- 2 teaspoons coriander seeds, toasted
- 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon white peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Okra
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1/2 pound small to medium okra
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
Instructions
- Combine spices for blackened seasoning in a mortar or use a spice grinder. Grind into a blended powder and transfer to a well-sealed jar.
- Preheat broiler and place a rack approximately 3" from the broiler.
- To make okra, bring about 6 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add salt, then okra. Blanch okra for one minute , drain, and transfer to a bowl. Add oil and 3 tablespoons of blackened seasoning. Toss until okra is well coated.
- Spread okra out on a baking tray and broil until okra is browning and starting to crisp, 3-4 minutes per side.
Notes
* Original recipe is actually for grilling the okra (also good). See book for details about this.
* Recipe from Afro Vegan
Find it online: https://naturallyella.com/blackened-okra-afro-vegan/