Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 c. sliced onion
  • 1 large garlic clove, crushed
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander
  • 1 lb. okra, trimmed of hard stems (you may substitute thawed frozen okra)
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1 lb. tomatoes, peeled and roughly chopped
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 1/4 c. water
  • juice of 1/2 lemon

Method

  • Heat the oil and saute the onion until soft.
  • Add the garlic; cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the coriander.
  • Add the okra and stir until coated.
  • Cook the okra for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste.
  • Add the tomatoes; bring to a boil.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper, then add the water.
  • Return to a boil; cover, reduce the heat and simmer gently for 45 to 50 minutes, checking that there is sufficient water.
  • Add the lemon juice and cook for 10 minutes more or until the okra is tender.
  • Serve.