Mediterranean Okra Tomato stew is a great quick, vegan option and a fast way to make an okra stew in your Instant Pot or Pressure cooker.

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I know, I know. You hear Okra you think slimy. This is not slimy. I will show you how to make okra that is not slimy, and I will show you to do it in an Instant Pot in a very easy pour and cook recipe.

WHAT IS BAMYEH OKRA TOMATO STEW?

Thre are multiple versions of this stew throughout the Middle East, Greece, and even Persia, where it is known as Khoresht Bamiyeh. All of them have a few things in common. Okra and tomatoes are combined together, to make a delicious stew that comes together pretty quickly.

Sometimes it includes lamb or other meat but I made this Bamyeh as a vegan version, so mine only has veggies.

I used allspice in mine, but you could try it with and without allspice to see which version you like better.

WHAT KEEPS THE OKRA FROM GETTING STICKY?

I think there are a few different things that keep the stew from getting sticky. First, I used whole okra which minimizes the sticky stuff oozing out. Second, the acidity in the tomatoes helps. Third, the acidity in the Cider Vinegar adds not just flavor but also plays a role in keeping the stew from getting sticky.

I hate sticky okra myself and in fact, my most favorite way to eat okra is this sheet pan bhindi masala recipe that I made. It’s the epitome of #ruthlessefficiency really.

One thing to keep in mind in this recipe is that tomato paste can sometimes burn in a pressure cooker. That is why I add it after the vegetables have cooked. This allows us to use very little water while cooking, but then add the fresh flavor from the tomato paste and lemon juice once the Bamyeh is cooked.

EQUIPMENT YOU MAY NEED TO MAKE THIS INSTANT POT PRESSURE COOKER MEDITERRANEA BAMYEH | OKRA TOMATO STEW RECIPE:

  • Instant Pot Mini Duo, or Instant pot 6 quarts , or Instant Pot 8 Quarts
  • Measuring Cups
  • My favorite Cutting Board
  • Good set of Kitchen Knives

Want MoreInstant Pot Recipes?

  • Instant Pot Butter Chicken is an easy 30-minute dinner and you can make rice on top of it, as the video shows.
  • Pressure Cooker Rice and Dal is a great vegetarian rice dinner.
  • This Lebanese Lentil and Rice dish is another great Vegetarian Instant Pot recipe .
  • Instant Pot Indian Khichadi is comfort food in a bowl!
  • Instant Pot Risotto with Shrimp is another one-pot comfort meal.
  • Buffalo chicken casserole for the days you want low carb recipes
  • You might also like low carb Chicken Biryani that uses riced cauliflower.
  • Chicken and Mushrooms are a great combo.
  • My kids love Instant Pot Pork Chops with Rice and Vegetables
  • Zucchini Lasagna - You won’t even miss the pasta.
  • Haluski Recipe - A wonderful cabbage and noodles recipe.
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Mediterranean Bamyeh Okra Tomato Stew

Equipment

  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • ▢ 1/4 cup Water
  • ▢ 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ▢ 1 cup onions, chopped
  • ▢ 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
  • ▢ 1 14.5 ounce Canned Tomatoes
  • ▢ 1 tablespoon Chicken Bouillon Paste
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ▢ 1/4-1/2 teaspoon Ground Allspice
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ▢ 1.5 pounds Okra , fresh or frozen

For Finishing

  • ▢ 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • ▢ 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste

Instructions

  • Following the order of the ingredients provided, place all ingredients except the lemon juice and tomato paste into the inner liner of your Instant Pot. You want to start with the liquid, onions, and spices at the bottom before you put in the frozen okra on top.
  • Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes, and then allow the pot to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  • Release all remaining pressure.
  • Open the lid, add tomato paste in water and lemon juice, and stir gently before serving.

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Mediterranean Bamyeh Okra Tomato Stew

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 cup onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
  • 1 14.5 ounce Canned Tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Chicken Bouillon Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon Ground Allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1.5 pounds Okra fresh or frozen

For Finishing

  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste

Instructions

  • Following the order of the ingredients provided, place all ingredients except the lemon juice and tomato paste into the inner liner of your Instant Pot. You want to start with the liquid, onions, and spices at the bottom before you put in the frozen okra on top.
  • Cook on high pressure for 2 minutes, and then allow the pot to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  • Release all remaining pressure.
  • Open the lid, add tomato paste in water and lemon juice, and stir gently before serving.

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Elegant soup that is actually simplicity itself to make, this Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Brazilian Sopa de Palmito uses just a few simple ingredients to make a creamy, tangy soup in minutes. This is a super simple, pour and cook recipe that makes a great side dish, or a full meal with a side salad or bread.

Elegant soup that is actually simplicity itself to make, this Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Brazilian Sopa de Palmito uses just a few simple ingredients to make a creamy, tangy soup in minutes. This is a super simple, pour and cook recipe that makes a great side dish, or a full meal with a side salad or bread. - 8

Here is a simple soup that tastes like you spent hours making it. Heart of Palm Soup or Sopa de Palmito.

WHAT EXACTLY ARE HEARTS OF PALM?

Heart of Palm is a very popular vegetable in South America. It takes a long time to get hearts of palm, which is the core of the stem of a palm. So you harvest the tree, you chop off the outside bark, you get to the center core which is the edible part. Hearts of palm are a traditional food that goes back centuries. The nuts and the heart of a particular palm tree were eaten as regular foods.

Well, it may be time-consuming. It only took me long enough to drive to the grocery, find a can of it, open the can and voila. Yay modern times!

I’ve only ever eaten this soup hot, but I am told it can also be consumed chilled, which actually sounds really good. I would love to tell you more about this soup, but I don’t know much about it–I just know I had it once and I fell in love with it, and have been wanting to cook it, so here we go. Instant Pot Brazilian Sopa De Palmito.

If you love soups–which I totally do– you might enjoy this Low Carb Italian Sausage Kale Soup.

Another great Instant Pot soup recipe is my Pressure Cooker IKEA Swedish Meatballs Soup .

EQUIPMENT YOU MAY NEED TO MAKE THIS INSTANT POT PRESSURE COOKER BRAZILIAN SOPA DE PALMITO:

  • Instant Pot Mini Duo, or Instant pot 6 quarts , or Instant Pot 8 Quarts
  • Measuring Cups
  • My favorite Cutting Board
  • Good set of Kitchen Knives
  • A great immersion blender

Want MoreInstant Pot Recipes?

  • Instant Pot Butter Chicken is an easy 30-minute dinner and you can make rice on top of it, as the video shows.
  • Pressure Cooker Rice and Dal is a great vegetarian rice dinner.
  • This Lebanese Lentil and Rice dish is another great Vegetarian Instant Pot recipe .
  • Instant Pot Indian Khichadi is comfort food in a bowl!
  • Instant Pot Risotto with Shrimp is another one-pot comfort meal.
  • Buffalo chicken casserole for the days you want low carb recipes
  • You might also like low carb Chicken Biryani that uses riced cauliflower.
  • Chicken and Mushrooms are a great combo.
  • My kids love Instant Pot Pork Chops with Rice and Vegetables
  • Zucchini Lasagna - You won’t even miss the pasta.
  • Haluski Recipe - A wonderful cabbage and noodles recipe.
Elegant soup that is actually simplicity itself to make, this Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Brazilian Sopa de Palmito uses just a few simple ingredients to make a creamy, tangy soup in minutes. This is a super simple, pour and cook recipe that makes a great side dish, or a full meal with a side salad or bread. - 9 Elegant soup that is actually simplicity itself to make, this Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Sopa de Palmito uses just a few simple ingredients to make a creamy, tangy soup in minutes. This is a super simple, pour and cook recipe that makes a great side dish, or a full meal with a side salad or bread. - 10

Brazilian Sopa de Palmito

Ingredients

  • ▢ 1 14.5 ounce ( 1 14.5 ounce ) can hearts of palm , undrained
  • ▢ 1 cup ( 160 g ) onions, chopped
  • ▢ 2.5 cups ( 587.5 g ) Chicken Broth
  • ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Kosher Salt
  • ▢ 1.5 teaspoons ( 1.5 teaspoons ) Ground Black Pepper

For Finishing

  • ▢ 3/4 cup ( 178.5 g ) Heavy Cream
  • ▢ 1/2 cup ( 50 g ) shredded parmesan cheese
  • ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Ground Nutmeg
  • ▢ 1/4 cup ( 25 g ) Chopped Green Scallions

Instructions

  • Cut up the hearts of palm into chunks and place into the inner liner of your instant pot, along with liquid from the can.
  • Add onions, garlic, chicken broth, salt and pepper.
  • Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes, and let the pot sit undisturbed for 10 minutes
  • Release all remaining pressure.
  • Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth.
  • Stir in the heavy cream, cheese, and nutmeg and pulse the immersion blender until everything is mixed well. If you are dairy-free, you can try full-fat coconut milk instead.
  • Garnish with chopped scallions and serve.

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Don’t forget to check out my otherBest-selling Instant Pot Cookbooks!

Indian Instant Pot , Keto Instant Pot, Instant Pot Fast and Easy , Healthy Instant Pot & Vegetarian Instant Pot .

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