Greek Okra Strew in Tomato Sauce (Bamies Latheres)

This is a Greek okra stew recipe known locally as bamies latheres. It’s a traditional dish cooked in a rich tomato and olive oil-based sauce.

It’s easy to make and vegan friendly, though if you don’t mind a bit of cheese, it goes great with a side of feta. Enjoy!

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Greek Okra Strew in Tomato Sauce (Bamies Latheres)

A traditional Greek okra stew made with a delicious tomato and olive oil-based sauce.

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Greek

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 55 minutes minutes

Servings 7 servings

Author Giorgos Tsoulis

Ingredients

• 800 gr okra
• 400 gr crushed tomatoes
• 600 ml vegetable stock
• 140 gr onion chopped
• 100 gr carrot cut into small cubes
• 120 ml white wine
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ tbsp smoked paprika
• ¼ tsp dry oregano
• 5 mint leaves chopped
• salt
• pepper
• 100 ml olive oil

Metric – US Customary

Instructions

• Heat a deep saucepan over medium-high heat.
• Add the olive oil, carrot, and onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft.
• Add the okra together with the tomato paste and sauté for another 2 minutes.
• Deglaze with the wine and let all the alcohol evaporate.
• Add the vegetable stock, the crushed tomatoes, paprika, oregano, sugar, mint leaves, salt, pepper and mix.
• Let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes, until the sauce is completely set.
• Serve the okra warm.

Notes

Chef’s tip: When the okra is ready, do not stir with a spoon, but by shaking the pot so that they do not dissolve.

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