Stewed Okra (Lady's Fingers) with Tomatoes and Cilantro

Recipe: (Serves 4-6)

400 g/14 oz can chopped tomatoes with onions and garlic
Generous pinch of ground cinnamon
Generous pinch of ground cumin
Generous pinch of ground cloves
6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
0.5 kg/1.1 lb okra (lady's fingers)
Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

1) Heat the tomatoes and the cinnamon, cumin, and cloves with half the cilantro in a pan, then season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and bring to a boil.

2) Add the okra and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, then simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20-30 minutes, until the okra is tender.

3) Taste for spicing and seasoning, and adjust if necessary, adding more of any one spice, salt, or pepper to taste. Stir in the remaining cilantro. Serve hot, warm, or even cold.