Okra Soup
Warm, hearty, and brimming with flavor, this Okra Soup recipe is a delightful way to enjoy the nutritious goodness of fresh okra. Ready in under an hour, this comforting dish combines tender okra with a rich tomato and chicken broth base, enhanced by the smoky warmth of paprika, the subtle heat of cayenne pepper, and the savory depth of garlic and onions. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness from red bell pepper and finished with a garnish of fresh parsley, this soup is as colorful as it is delicious. Whether served as a light lunch or a soul-soothing dinner, this vibrant bowl of Okra Soup is certain to become a family favorite. Ideal for those looking for easy homemade soups packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams fresh okra
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 medium, chopped fresh tomatoes
- 1 chopped red bell pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse the okra thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel and cut into 1/2-inch slices.
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have broken down slightly.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Add the sliced okra to the pot and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes, or until the okra is tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot. Enjoy your okra soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4640 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.9 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 451 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 3573 mg | 76% | |
*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.
