Bamia bi Zeit (okra in olive oil)

Instructions

1. Trim the tops of the okra without opening them, then sauté them for 5 minutes over medium heat in 3 tablespoons of oil until they take on a nice colour.
2. Remove the okra and fry the finely sliced onion in the remaining oil for 5 minutes.
3. Add the crushed garlic and the diced tomatoes, then simmer for 10 minutes until you have a thick sauce.
4. Return the okra to the sauce, season, cover and cook for 15 minutes over low heat.
5. Off the heat, stir in the chopped coriander and the lemon juice if you like a bit of acidity, then let it rest for 10 minutes.
6. Serve warm or cold, with bread or rice.