Cajun Salad with Fried Okra, Blackened Corn, Green Beans and Kielbasa
This bold, spicy number is our nod to New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz. Each player holds its own: The crispy fried pieces of popcorn okra bounce off shaved strips of blackened corn, while smoky grilled kielbasa slices are punctuated by the fresh snap of blanched green beans. Tossed with a Cajun-spiced dressing (keep extra […]
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) cider vinegar
- 1 tsp (5 ml) ketchup
- 1 tsp (5 ml) prepared mustard
- 1 tsp (5 ml) honey
- 1/2 tsp Cajun spices
- 4 ears corn, blanched
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) melted butter
- 1 tsp Cajun spices
- 1/2 lb (225 g) kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/2-inch (1 cm) rounds
- 1/2 lb (225 g) green beans, blanched
- Fried okra
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients. Set aside.
This bold, spicy number is our nod to New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz. Each player holds its own: The crispy fried pieces of popcorn okra bounce off shaved strips of blackened corn, while smoky grilled kielbasa slices are punctuated by the fresh snap of blanched green beans. Tossed with a Cajun-spiced dressing (keep extra for dipping), this brassy bowlful suits any outdoor grilled feast.