Bamia (Okra Stew Without Meat)

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1. 1Step 1: On medium-high heat, heat up olive oil in a large bottom heavy pot. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onions become translucent, stirring occasionally. Stir in the okra and tomatoes. Close the lid and cook for approximately 7 minutes to start to release the juices.
2. 2Step 2: Add the remaining ingredients (spices, tomato paste, pomegranate molasses, water, fresh cilantro, etc.) to the pot and stir thoroughly to combine everything. Turn the heat down to medium-low and cook for another 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally and checking every 10 minutes to ensure nothing is sticking to the bottom. Do a taste test to adjust the salt and pepper. The Bamia is done when the okra and other vegetables have softened. Serve warm.