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West African Beans And Okra
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 6
World Food Cafe by Chris and Carolyn Caldicott
Ingredients:
4 tbs oil
1 onion, pureed
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbs fresh thyme, chopped
18 okra pods, cut in half lengthwise
4 tomatoes, chopped and pureed in a food processor
10 oz green beans
handful of cilantro leaves, chopped
2 cups cooked black-eyed peas
salt and pepper to taste
water or vegetable broth as needed
Directions:
1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and saute the onion until soft.
2. Add the cayenne and thyme and cook briefly. Add the okra, tomatoes, green beans, and cilantro, and cook over low heat for 15 minutes stirring occasionally. Add the black-eyed peas, mashing them a little with a fork. Season with salt and pepper and add a little water or broth to loosen the mixture. Serve.
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