Heat a large saute pan with a lid to medium heat. Once the pan is hot add the water and the sweet potaoes to the pan. Cover with the lid and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring every few minutes. We are simply steaming the potatoes to get them fork tender.
Once the potatoes are about fork tender remove the lid. If all the water hasn't yet been absorbed, allow to cook with the lid off for a few moments to allow the water to be fully incorporated, or evaporate.
Now add the butter, okra, and red onions to the pan with the potatoes. Toss everything together, coating with the butter as it melts.
Season with the pepper and garlic powder. Cook for 5 minutes uncovered, stirring every minute or so to prevent burning. You dont want to over cook the okra or it will become slimy.
After 5 minutes add the syrup to the pan. Toss everything to coat with the syrup. Then serve and enjoy!
Macro Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
The Perfect Side, Sweet Potato and Okra
Amount Per Serving
Calories 106Calories from Fat 14
% Daily Value*
Fat 1.5g2%
Saturated Fat 0.9g6%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 8.7mg3%
Sodium 52.7mg2%
Potassium 281.6mg8%
Carbohydrates 21.4g7%
Fiber 4.7g20%
Sugar 4.7g5%
Protein 2.7g5%
Vitamin A 222.6IU4%
Vitamin C 27.2mg33%
Calcium 12.3mg1%
Iron 4.3mg24%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.