Okra (Bamies)

INGREDIENTS

• 1 kilo (2 pounds) okra - also called ladies fingers - in a can form is OK
• ½ cup vinegar
• 1 cup of olive oil
• 2 teaspoons chopped parsley
• 2 chopped onions
• 1 can of pulped tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• salt and pepper

METHOD

Remove the stems from Okra (if fresh). Wash, drain them and place on a dish. Sprinkle salt, vinegar and pepper. Put this to the side (for 1 hour approx.) while you prepare the rest. Fry the onions in the olive oil till broan, add the tomatoes, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper. Simmer until the tomatoes are dissolved fully. Add the okra to the mixture, add some more water, and boil for about 30 minutes or until okra are tender, adding water.

Source: www.greek-recipe.com