¼teaspoonpepper (freshly-cracked, or ground) (or to taste)
2cupswater(may not need all)
Instructions
1. Sauté seasonings
Heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat.Cook and stir the onions until they become translucent. Add bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, and vinegar (or lime juice). Cook and stir for 30 seconds.
2. Cook okra
Stir in the okra, tomato sauce, and 1 cup of water and simmer covered over medium heat until the okra is tender, add water as it becomes necessary to maintain the same level of liquid.Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix in cilantro.
3. Serve
Remove from the heat and serve, see above the recipe for suggestions.
Notes
Remember to cut off and discard both ends of each okra before slicing.