Cooking Instructions
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Step 1
Slice the
Okra (250 g)
into 1/2-inch pieces.
Step 2
In a large pot, heat up
Canola Oil (30 mL)
. Fry okra until they start to brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
Step 3
To make your own Cajun seasoning blend, mix
Salt (9 g)
,
Ground Black Pepper (1 g)
,
Cayenne Pepper (2 g)
,
Paprika (5 g)
and
Dried Oregano (4 g)
together in a small bowl.
Step 4
Over medium-high heat, add
Canola Oil (30 mL)
,
Unsalted Butter (30 g)
and
All-Purpose Flour (30 g)
to the pot. Stir with a wooden spoon constantly until the mixture smells nutty and turns a medium-shade of brown, about 3-4 min.
Step 5
Add the prepared
Red Chili Pepper (1)
,
Green Bell Pepper (1)
,
Yellow Onion (1)
,
Garlic (3 cloves)
, and
Tomatoes (3)
. Stir, scraping the bottom of the pot and cook until softened, about 6-8 minutes.
Step 6
Add 2 tablespoon of prepared Cajun Seasoning, cook for an additional 1 minute.
Step 7
Add
Bay Leaves (2)
and
Chicken Stock (1.2 L)
. Bring to a simmer and simmer for about 30 minutes.
Step 8
Add
Shrimp (455 g)
and cook until they are fully pink and cooked through. Add the okra back to the pot and serve with rice.
