Prep time: 15 minutes 
Cook time: 30 – 45 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups whole kernel corn (fresh, frozen or canned and drained)
  • 2 cups lima beans (fresh, frozen or canned and drained)
  • 2 cups cut okra (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) stewed or diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water. 
  2. In a large saucepan on medium heat, sauté onion in the oil until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the rest of the ingredients, reduce heat to medium-low and slowly cook until the veggies are tender, the liquids reduce and the flavors are blended, about 30 to 45 minutes.
  4. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • The amounts of each vegetable are provided as a guide and do not have to be exact. Create your own combination according to your taste and what’s available! 
  • Try adding other vegetables such as black eyed peas, chopped bell pepper, hot pepper or zucchini.
  • Try adding other seasonings such as garlic powder, thyme, basil or hot sauce.
  • If using fresh corn, slice 2 cups kernels from 2 to 4 ears, uncooked or cooked.
  • If using fresh tomatoes, use 4 large to 6 medium (3 cups chopped, peel first if desired).

Photo and Recipe Source: https://foodhero.org/recipes/succotash