Stewed Okra

Ingredients

• 1 lb okra (whole or cut into 1/2 inch slices)
• 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp mustard powder
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tbsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tbsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 medium tomatoes (chopped)
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the lemon in half. Using one half squeeze the juice on the okra and let sit 5-10 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat sauce pan on med-low heat. Add the olive oil, garlic, mustard powder and half of the salt, pepper, and paprika each. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes to infuse the oil with flavor.

3. 3

   Heat the pan to med and add the onions and saute 3-4 minutes

4. 4

   Add the okra and cook for 2 minutes, stirring a few times.

5. 5

   Add the tomatoes and cook over high heat until they release their juices, about 1 minute. Add the water, cayenne, bay leaf, and remaining salt, pepper, and paprika, cover and simmer for 20 minutes stirring as often as needed. Stir in juice from the other lemon half and serve.