Bamyeh bil Zayt

Description
Okra in oil.

Ingredients

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

Directions

 * 1) Fry the okra in oil.
 * 2) Remove and put on paper towels.
 * 3) Fry onions in oil until transparent.
 * 4) Add the dried coriander and garlic. Stir for 2 minutes until scented.
 * 5) Add the tomatoes. Cook over medium heat for another 2 minutes.
 * 6) Add okra, salt, sugar, allspice, chile, and water.
 * 7) Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 25 minutes or until the okra is tender.
 * 8) Add fresh coriander and boil for 2 minutes.
 * 9) Remove chile and serve cold.