Ingredients

The following ingredients have 2 Servings
  • Blackened Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoons cumin seeds, toasted
  • 2 teaspoons coriander seeds, toasted
  • 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon white peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Okra
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
  • 1/2 pound small to medium okra
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil

Instruction

  • Combine spices for blackened seasoning in a mortar or use a spice grinder. Grind into a blended powder and transfer to a well-sealed jar.
  • Preheat broiler and place a rack approximately 3" from the broiler.
  • To make okra, bring about 6 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add salt, then okra. Blanch okra for one minute , drain, and transfer to a bowl. Add oil and 3 tablespoons of blackened seasoning. Toss until okra is well coated.
  • Spread okra out on a baking tray and broil until okra is browning and starting to crisp, 3-4 minutes per side.