Vegetarian Okra with Minced Meat

Savor the perfect blend of hearty and wholesome flavors with this Vegetarian Okra with Minced Meat recipe, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort dish. Tender okra pods are sautéed to perfection and simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce spiced with cumin, paprika, and coriander. The star of the dish is the plant-based minced meat, which absorbs the savory flavors for a satisfying, meat-free protein boost. Finished with a splash of zesty lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this dish is as vibrant as it is delicious. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm flatbread for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal that’s packed with nutrients and bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe is both flavorful and vegan-friendly!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Okra
• 250 grams Plant-based minced meat
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 400 grams (canned or fresh) Diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 200 milliliters Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash the okra under cold running water and pat dry. Trim the stems of the okra while keeping the pods intact.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the okra and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are lightly browned and tender. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the plant-based minced meat to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, until it's well-browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste, mixing well to coat the minced meat. Cook for about 2 minutes to deepen the flavors.

Step 7

Add the diced tomatoes, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and coriander powder. Stir to combine, allowing the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Pour the vegetable broth into the pan and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and add the sautéed okra back into the pan.

Step 9

Cover the pan and let it simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld and the okra to become fully tender.

Step 10

Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Serve the vegetarian okra with minced meat hot, alongside cooked rice or warm flatbread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1603.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1323.4

Total Fat 78.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4989.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.4g
Protein 59.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 829.0mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 4267.0mg	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: 49.8%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 33.3%