Low Carb Okra with Minced Meat
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and healthy **Low Carb Okra with Minced Meat** recipe, a perfect blend of tender okra and savory minced beef or turkey simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, this dish strikes the perfect balance of hearty and refreshing flavors. It's a gluten-free, keto-friendly meal ready in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy families or anyone seeking a nutritious alternative to carb-heavy comfort foods. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and served steaming hot, this skillet meal is sure to become a dinner favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams okra
- 500 grams minced beef or turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Rinse the okra under cold running water and pat dry with a clean towel. Trim the stems and cut into 1-inch pieces.
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
Add the minced beef or turkey to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until it is browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the canned diced tomatoes and stir well to combine.
Mix in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Add the okra to the skillet, gently mixing it into the minced meat mixture.
Lower the heat to medium-low and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the okra is tender and the flavors are well blended.
Stir in the lemon juice before serving.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.8 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 3887 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.1 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.7 g | ||
| Protein | 103.6 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 699 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 4413 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
