Fried Okra With Shrimp (Mozambique)

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This dish is a delicious and authentic Mozambique recipe that is sure to delight seafood lovers.

The combination of fried okra and shrimp with a spicy tomato sauce is a unique and flavorful experience.

This dish is packed with protein and fiber.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the deep frying and use of olive oil.

It also contains a lot of sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimp is an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart health.
Okra is high in fiber which is essential for digestive health.
The tomatoes and peppers used in this recipe are high in antioxidants and vitamin C which are essential for immune system health.

	2 quarts vegetable oil , for frying
	2 lbs okra , both ends trimmed and halved lengthwise
	2 teaspoons salt
	4 tablespoons olive oil
	2 lbs large shrimp , peeled and deveined
	2 tablespoons spice essence , spice
	1 cup onion , finely chopped
	1 tablespoon garlic , minced
	2 cups tomatoes , peeled , seeded and chopped
	1/3 cup piri-piri
	3/4 reduced shrimp stock
	2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves , chopped
	2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	1/2 cup olive oil
	5 garlic cloves , smashed
	4 cayenne chili peppers , stemmed , ribs and seeds removed and rough chopped or 4 other red hot peppers
	1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
	2 tablespoons salt
	2 tablespoons garlic powder
	1 tablespoon black pepper
	1 tablespoon onion powder
	1 tablespoon cayenne powder
	1 tablespoon dried oregano
	1 tablespoon dried thyme

1.	In a deep fryer or large heavy skillet, heat the vegetable oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.	Sprinkle the okra with salt and set aside.
3.	In a large saute pan, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium high heat.
4.	Add the shrimp and spice essence to the pan and saute until the shrimp are cooked through.
5.	Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
6.	Add the onion and garlic to the pan and saute until the onion is translucent.
7.	Add the tomatoes, piri-piri, and shrimp stock and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 15-20 minutes.
8.	Stir in the parsley and cilantro.
9.	In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium high heat.
10.	Add the garlic and cayenne peppers and cook until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
11.	Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, cayenne powder, oregano, and thyme.
12.	Dip the okra in the spiced oil mixture and then fry in the vegetable oil until golden brown.
13.	Serve the fried okra and shrimp with the tomato sauce on the side.

Fried Okra With Shrimp (Mozambique)

Fried Okra With Shrimp, a Mozambique Delicacy

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