Italian Garlic Green Beans with Coconut Oil

Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon raw honey
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 pound green beans, trimmed
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 cup onion, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions:

In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and honey.

In a large skillet, heat coconut oil. Add in beans, garlic, and onion. Sprinkle with salt. Cook for about 10 minutes or until beans are just slightly soft.

Pour honey sauce over beans and let simmer for about 6–8 minutes until just slightly reduced.

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Gluten-Free Extra Crispy Fried Okra

Servings: 5
Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Tropical Traditions Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil
• 4 cups fresh okra, cut into 1/2 inch rounds
• 3 tablespoons non-GMO cornstarch
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 1/4 cup cornmeal
• 2 teaspoons Himalayan Pink Salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 gallon Ziploc bag

Directions:

Preheat oil in a large, cast-iron skillet over medium heat.

Place sliced okra in a mixing bowl and stir in cornstarch until each piece is coated liberally. Add beaten egg and mix until each piece is covered.

Place cornmeal, salt, and pepper in a gallon bag and add okra. Shake vigorously. Gently remove coated okra from bag using a slotted instrument or your hand.

Fry okra, 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup at a time, until golden brown.

Serve piping hot with your favorite condiments for a garden fresh side at your next summer cookout!

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Grilled Bok Choy

Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2–3 large pieces of bok choy, whole
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fermented soy sauce
• 2 green onions, diced

Directions:

Drizzle bok choy with coconut oil, salt, ginger, and pepper. Toss until all sides are coated.

Grill over medium heat for about 4 minutes on both sides or until just slightly crisp.

Place on a serving dish and drizzle with fermented soy sauce, and then sprinkle with diced onions. Serve and enjoy.

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