Sesame-Grilled Okra with Tahini Dipping Sauce
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Sesame-Grilled Okra with Tahini Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
Spice Mix
2 Tbsp ground coriander
2 Tbsp ground cumin
2 Tbsp sesame seeds
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp salt
Sauce
¼ Cup tahini paste + Lemon juice (from ½ lemon)
1 Tbsp plain low-fat yogurt or vegan mayonnaise + 1 clove garlic, minced
Okra
1 lb. okra pods + 1 Tbsp olive oil + Lemon juice from ½ lemon
Instructions
Soak 8 to 10 bamboo skewers in water 30 minutes.
To make Spice Mix: Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Set aside.
To make Sauce: Whisk together all ingredients plus 3 Tbsp water in medium bowl. Set aside.
Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Thread 4 to 6 okra pods onto each skewer, and brush with oil. Grill 4 to 6 minutes on one side, or until charred. Flip and grill 3 to 4 minutes more. Let cool slightly, and slide okra off skewers into large bowl.
Toss okra with lemon juice, then add Spice Mix, and toss again until okra is completely coated. Serve warm with Sauce.
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