Easy Weeknight Okra & Beef Gumbo

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 2

Easy Weeknight Okra & Beef Gumbo that will warm your soul!

by The Chefin Stew

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

300

Sugar

Fat

14g

Gumbo is a popular dish in the southern United States and is often made with seafood or sausage. This version adds hamburger meat and is quick and easy to make on a weeknight. The okra gives the dish a unique texture and is a staple in many southern recipes. The dish is often served over rice, which helps to soak up the flavorful broth.

Instructions

1.	Brown the hamburger meat in a pot and drain off the excess grease.
2.	Add the okra and onion to the pot and cook until the vegetables have softened.
3.	Add the stewed tomatoes and picante sauce to the pot.
4.	Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5.	Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes until the flavors have melded together.
6.	Serve hot over rice.

PROS

This easy and flavorful dish can be made with fresh or frozen okra and is perfect for busy weeknights.

The hearty beef and vegetables make it a filling meal.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the slimy texture of okra.

This dish can be high in sodium due to the canned tomatoes and picante sauce.

It may not be suitable for those following a low-carb or keto diet due to the rice.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Okra is a great source of fiber and contains vitamins C, K, and A. It also has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
The beef provides protein and iron, while the tomatoes and onions give a boost of vitamins and minerals.

	1 lb hamburger meat , browned and drained
	1 lb fresh okra , sliced or 1 lb frozen okra
	1 can stewed tomatoes
	1 medium onion , chopped
	1/4 cup picante sauce
	salt & pepper