Greek-Style Okra With Tomato, Feta, and Marjoram From 'The New Southern Table'

Ingredients (12)

• 2 pounds (905 g) okra, any tough stem ends trimmed away and discarded
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon and 1/4 teaspoon (19.5 g) kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
• 2 tablespoons (28 ml) olive oil
• 1 medium-size shallot, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons (32 g) tomato paste
• 2 medium-size tomatoes, chopped, or 2 cups (500 g) tomato puree
• 1 cup (235 ml) water, plus more as needed
• 2 teaspoons (1.2 g) minced fresh marjoram
• 4 ounces (115 g) feta cheese, crumbled
• Freshly ground black pepper