![]() ![]() If using frozen spinach, thaw the spinach and then blot dry and set aside. Drain, squeeze excess water out and set aside. I got mine from Oma, but pre-COVID I’ve also seen it at Freshco and Loblaws, both fresh and frozen. Once it reaches a rolling boil, add fresh spinach to the water for 30 seconds, and then move to the bowl with ice cubes. Okra, by comparison, is more accessible here in Ontario. I’d like to try filé someday, but I haven’t found it locally and it’s always sold out online. ![]() But some recipes call for other thickeners too, usually either okra or filé powder. However, there is one dish that often relies on okra, that I have always wanted to try: gumbo!Īnyway, you guys probably know that dark roux is the defining element of a gumbo dish and part of what gives it its thick, gooey character. If you dont have the patience for that use canned beans, the dish is just as delicious. This recipe is simple, wholesome, gluten-free and vegan. Red red is a Ghanaian bean stew served with fried plantains. Now, okra isn’t entirely new to me-in fact, living with my parents, I ate it often, because my mom and I both love its silky-slimy texture. Prep Time: Overnight soaking plus boiling the beans Cooking Time: 40 minutes. It’s a great veggie to keep on hand in the freezer and throw into whatever soup or stew I’m making. Last time, I bought a package of frozen okra. Every few months, when everything in the fridge is fully depleted, I place a big order and I always try something new. Add the kale and cook for 3-5 minutes until wilted. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a rapid simmer for 20-25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender. Add the white beans, crushed tomatoes, thyme, sweet potatoes, and peanut butter. I’ve been lucky to find many supermarkets that deliver in Waterloo, and one of my go-to’s is Oma Fresh Foods. Deglaze the pan with the vegetable broth. Since lockdown started, I’ve been minimizing my trips to the grocery store.
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