Pan-fried Okra, Onion, and Tomatoes

Prep: 15 min., Fry: 6 min. per batch

Yield: Makes 8 servings

Ingredients

• 2  pounds  fresh okra
• 1/2  cup  vegetable oil
• 1  medium-size red onion, thinly sliced
• 2  large tomatoes, seeded and thinly sliced
• 2  tablespoons  lime juice
• 1 1/2  teaspoons  salt
• 1 1/2  teaspoons  pepper
• 1  teaspoon  chicken bouillon granules

Preparation

1. Cut okra in half lengthwise.

2. Pour 1/4 cup oil into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook okra in hot oil, in batches, 6 minutes or until browned, turning occasionally. Remove from skillet, and drain well on paper towels. Repeat with remaining okra, adding remaining 1/4 cup oil as needed. Cool.

3. Stir together onion and next 5 ingredients in a large bowl; Add okra, tossing to coat. Serve at room temperature.