Description
This traditional Greek Green Peas Stew is a hearty and wholesome vegetable dish featuring fresh or frozen green peas, potatoes, zucchinis, and carrots simmered in a flavorful tomato base with fresh dill and plenty of olive oil. Perfectly seasoned and slow-cooked until tender, this comforting stew offers a taste of authentic Greek home cooking.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Herbs
- 1 medium red onion (minced)
- 2 large garlic cloves (finely chopped)
- 700 grams green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 500 grams potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 3-4 small zucchinis (sliced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
Pantry Items
- 12 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 teaspoons tomato paste
- Sea salt to taste
- 400 ml hot water or vegetable stock
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over moderate heat to prepare the base for the stew.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the minced red onion and finely chopped garlic to the pot and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the diced potatoes, sliced zucchinis, green peas, and sliced carrots, cooking for about 5 minutes to combine flavors and slightly soften the vegetables.
- Incorporate tomato paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook for one minute to deepen the tomato flavor in the stew.
- Add tomatoes and season: Mix in the diced ripe tomatoes and season with sea salt to taste, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
- Add liquid and simmer: Pour in the hot water or vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Cook vegetables: Cover the pot and reduce heat to low, letting the stew simmer for 40-50 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender and cooked through.
- Finish with olive oil and dill: Stir in the remaining olive oil and chopped fresh dill, adjusting seasoning if necessary to balance flavors.
- Rest before serving: Remove the pot from the heat and let the stew stand for 15 minutes to meld flavors before serving warm.
Notes
- This stew can be made with fresh or frozen green peas depending on availability.
- Using vegetable stock instead of water enhances the flavor of the stew but is optional.
- Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or fresh herbs according to taste preferences.
- Letting the stew rest before serving allows the flavors to develop fully.
- Serve the stew with crusty bread or over rice for a complete meal.
