Mels Fabulously Easy Sauteed Okra

Okra sauteed in olive oil with lots of garlic. Cornmeal is added toward the end–fabulous fried okra with less oil and with only one pan, no messy battering and frying. Enjoy!

Step: 1

Heat oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until soft and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add okra and cook for 5 minutes. Sprinkle cornmeal on top; cook and stir until okra is fork-tender and cornmeal absorbs excess moisture, about 2 minutes.

Step: 2

Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.

Per Serving: 152 calories; protein 5.5g; carbohydrates 13.7g; fat 9g; cholesterol 6.2mg; sodium 118mg.

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