Soak dried shrimp in hot water for
10 minutes. Drain and put in blender. Add chilies, garlic, shrimp paste
and shallots. Mix to a paste, adding water if
necessary. In a wok or frying pan, heat oil
over medium high heat. Add okra and stir fry for about 5
minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set
aside. Add spice paste to pan and stir fry
for 1 minute. Lower heat and return okra to pan
with lime juice, 4 tablespoons water and plenty of black pepper. Bring to a simmer then cook gently,
stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until okra is tender.