Okra in oil

Ingredients:

700 g, 1 1/2 lb, fresh okra, frozen or canned, trim stem end and wash
1 kg (32 oz) tomatoes, washed and sliced
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 heads garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon salt, as desired
1/2 cup vegetable oil or olive oil
1 cup finely chopped fresh coriander, washed
1 tablespoon ground dried coriander
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 fresh red or green chili
1 cup water
A dash of ground allspice
A dash of sugar

Preparation:

Fry okra in oil.
Remove and put on paper towels.
Fry onions in oil till transparent.
Add dried coriander and garlic.
Stir for 2 minutes till fragrant.
Add tomatoes.
Cook over medium heat for another 2 minutes.
Add okra, salt, sugar, allspice, chili and water.
Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 25 minutes or till okra is tender.
Add fresh coriander and boil for 2 minutes.
Remove chili and serve cold.