Quingombos Guisados

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons oil
• 1 lb thawed frozen okra
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 large sweet pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 small hot pepper, finely chopped
• 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice

Directions

1. 1

   Saute okra in the oil over med heat until it turns light brown. Turn several times. Remove okra with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.

2. 2

   Now to the oil add the garlic, onions and peppers. Cook over med low for 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in okra and the remaining ingredients. Cook for 15 more minutes. Okra should be tender. Add water if needed.

4. 4

   Serve with hot cooked rice.

5. 5

   From the Vegetarian Journal.