High Protein Okra with Minced Meat

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this High Protein Okra with Minced Meat, a flavorful and nutrient-packed dish combining tender okra and savory minced beef or chicken. This easy-to-make skillet recipe is rich in protein and fiber, making it a wholesome choice for a balanced meal. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and a hint of cayenne pepper, this dish boasts a delightful medley of warm, earthy flavors. The okra absorbs the spiced tomato gravy beautifully, creating a luscious stew-like texture. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy families or meal prep enthusiasts. Garnished with fresh coriander, it’s best served with fluffy rice, quinoa, or your favorite side for an irresistible dinner that's both hearty and healthy.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams okra
• 300 grams minced beef or chicken
• 1 large onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons fresh coriander

Directions

Step 1

Wash the okra thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel. Trim the ends and cut them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the minced meat to the skillet. Cook until it is browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to blend the flavors.

Step 6

Add the chopped okra to the skillet and mix well with the meat and spices.

Step 7

Pour in the water, stir, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the okra is tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 9

Stir occasionally to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom of the skillet.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped coriander.

Step 11

Serve hot with rice, quinoa, or your preferred side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1323.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1325.0

Total Fat 90.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 240mg	0%
Sodium 3287.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 66.9g	0%

Vitamin D 21IU	0%
Calcium 597.2mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 3218.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.4%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 21.2%