*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                                Okra Salad

Recipe By     : TOO HOT TAMALES  SHOW #TH6168                 
Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Salads

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      Tablespoons   red wine vinegar
     1/4  Teaspoon      salt
     1/8  Teaspoon      freshly ground black pepper
     1/2  Teaspoon      finely chopped parsley
     1/2  Small Clove   garlic -- finely chopped
     1/4  Cup           extra-virgin olive oil
   1      Tablespoon    Finely Chopped Onion
   1      Dash          Tabasco sauce
   2      Tablespoons   olive oil
     3/4  Pound         small okra pods
                        -- topped and tailed
   2      Small Heads   Boston lettuce
                        -- separated into leaves
   1                    Red Bell Pepper -- stemmed
                        -- seeded/white pith removed
                        -- and cut into fine julienne

                                                            
    In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, salt,      
pepper, parsley, and garlic. Drizzle in the olive oil in a  
thin stream, whisking constantly, until it is completely    
emulsified. Stir in the onion and Tabasco.                  
    In a large saucepan, bring a generous amount of water   
to the boil. Plunge in the okra and cook for 3 minutes.     
Drain and pat dry with paper towels.                        
     In a large heavy skillet, heat the olive oil over      
medium-high heat. Toss in the okra and sear it, tossing     
frequently, for about 1 1/2 minutes, or until golden. Set   
aside for 5 minutes to cool.                                
     Arrange the lettuce leaves in a large serving bowl and 
scatter the okra on top. Pour the dressing over, toss       
together and scatter the red pepper julienne on top.  Yield 
6 servings    


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