Name: Spicy Okra
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (10-oz) packages frozen cut okra; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped; 1 (14-oz) can diced tomatoes; 1 fresh habanero chile, pierced 3 times with a fork; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

The African, Caribbean, and Asian populations of New York share a common love of spice and okra, so we've combined the two. If habanero chiles are too spicy for you, use a serrano or jalapeño chile instead. Rinsing your okra gives it a cleaner taste and texture.

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 15 min

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