Place the peas in a large pot, cover with water and bring to a boil over high heat.

Meanwhile, heat avocado (or canola) oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add okra and cook, turning as needed, until browned and tender, about 5 minutes.

The succotash with fried okra recipe in a cast iron skillet

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Transfer to a plate and keep warm.

Add butter and olive oil to the skillet.

Add onion; cook, stirring frequently, until browned on the edges, about 3 minutes.

Ingredients for the succotash with fried okra recipe

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Add corn; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.

Add the reserved pea cooking liquid and tomatoand bring to a boil.

Serve topped with the okra.

Black-eyed peas having soaked in water in a skillet, a serving spoon holding some peas up above the skillet

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Sliced okra getting pan fried

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Black-eyed peas mixed together with the succotash for the succotash with fried okra recipe

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