Tomato Corn And Okra Soup Recipe

This tomato, corn, and okra soup is a creole-style combination. You'll find the combination of okra and tomatoes frequently in creole and southern cooking. Okra has long been a classic southern ingredient. The okra pod actually hails from africa and was introduced in the u. S. In the early 1700s. The seeds of okra pods are mucilaginous, so it can have a rather slimy texture in some preparations. However, it is that particular property that helps thicken the soup slightly and makes it a bit heartier as a meal. This recipe calls for creole seasoning; however, cajun seasoning will also work in a pinch. Both types of seasoning usually contain black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, and paprika. However, creole seasoning will have more paprika than cajun seasoning, as well as sweet basil, celery seed, and white pepper.