Steamed Okra with Tomato Vinaigrette

By ltrodrigu

Ingredients

• 1 pound okra, tips and tops trimmed
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
• 1 cup peeled, seeded and chopped fresh tomatoes
• 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2/3 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped cornichons
• 3 tablespoons capers, drained

Preparation

Step 1

Steam okra in a steamer over boiling water, covered, until just tender, 5 minutes. Drain and let cool.

Heat oil in a sauté pan set over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until just soft, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes. Add vinegar, garlic, wine, salt and pepper to taste, and simmer until reduced to a thick sauce, 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and add cornichons and capers. Let cool. To serve, divide okra evenly among six plates and top with tomato vinaigrette