Instructions

  1. In a 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the rice and cook about 3 minutes, stirring frequently or until lightly brown.
  3. Add the onion, bell pepper and garlic; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, or until onion begins to soften.
  4. Stir in remaining ingredeints except for the okra.
  5. Heat to boiling, reduce heat; cover and simmer until rice is tender.
  6. Add the okra, cover and simmer 10 minutes longer or until okra is tender.
  7. Remove bay leaf and serve.