Ingredients
- 1 bag (400g) of frozen okra
- 250 g beef cubes (optional)
- 1 large finely chopped onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- handful of fresh or dried coriander leaves
- 1 large green peppers or chilli pepper
- 400 ml Passata
- 2 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Directions
Step 1
Start by sautéing the okra in the olive oil without browning it. Then remove and set aside.
Step 2
Add in the onions and sauté until light golden colour. If using beef, add to the onions along with ground mixed spices and brown them. Add the tomato paste. Cover with water and cook the meat for 15 mins.
Step 3
Stir in the passata and bring to the boil.
Step 4
Add in the sauteed okra, and lemon juice then simmer for another 15 mins.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in a small pan, stir fry the chopped garlic with the coriander and chopped green chilli.
Step 6
When okra is cooked, add in the pan contents. Boil for 1 minute then pour the okra stew in a clay pot and bake in the oven for about 30 minutes, until surface is glistening and sauce is thickened.
Step 7
Enjoy with rice or Baladi bread.
