Bamyeh bil Zayt

Description
Okra in Oil



Ingredients

 * 1½ lbs okra fresh,frozen, or canned; trim stem end & wash.
 * 32 oz tomatoes, washed and sliced
 * 1 cup finely chopped onion
 * 2 heads garlic, peeled
 * 1 tspn salt (optional)
 * ½ cup vegetable oil or olive oil
 * 1 cup fresh, finely chopped coriander - washed
 * 1 tbls ground dried coriander
 * 4 cloves garlic, crushed
 * 1 fresh red or green chili
 * 1 cup water
 * a dash of ground allspice
 * a dash of sugar

Directions
Fry the okra in oil. Remove and put on paper towels. Fry onions in oil until transparent. Add the dried coriander and garlic. Stir for 2 minutes until scented. Add the tomatoes. Cook over medium heat for another 2 minutes. Add okra, salt, sugar, allspice, chili, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 25 minutes or until the okra is tender. Add fresh coriander and boil for 2 minutes. Remove chili and serve cold.