Rice & Okra

Ingredients

• 8 ounces okra
• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 4 cups water
• 3 scallions
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon minced Scotch Bonnet pepper, with seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/3 cups uncooked long-grain rice

Cooking Instructions

1. Wash okra, cut off ends and cut it into wheels.

2. Heat oil in a heavy saucepan over medium heat and lightly brown okra for 3 minutes.

3. Add water, scallions, parsley, thyme, garlic, Scotch Bonnet pepper or jalapeño and salt to the pot, bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes. Add rice and boil gently, uncovered, for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Drain the rice, place it in a large sieve or colander over a pot of boiling water, cover and steam for 5 to 10 minutes, or until tender. Transfer to a serving bowl, taste and adjust seasonings.