Bamya bil dagaag (okra in tomato sauce)

Instructions

1. Rinse the okra and trim the stems without opening them, then sprinkle with a little lemon juice.
2. Cook the sliced onion in the olive oil for 5 minutes, then add the crushed garlic and let it perfume for 1 minute.
3. Stir in the grated tomatoes and the tomato paste, then cook for 5 minutes over medium heat.
4. Add the water, coriander, salt, pepper and the rest of the lemon juice, then bring to a simmer.
5. Arrange the okra gently in the sauce, cover and simmer over low heat for 25 minutes, without stirring too often.
6. Check the cooking: the okra should be tender but still hold their shape. Serve hot with rice.