Arakas Latheros (Greek Peas with Tomato and Dill)
Description
Arakas latheros is a traditional Greek recipe for peas with tomato and dill cooked in lots of olive oil and served with crusty bread and feta.
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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6 green onions, chopped
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1 (16 ounce) package frozen peas
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1 cup crushed tomatoes
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1 potato, peeled and cut into wedges
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1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1/2 cup water, or as needed
Directions
1
Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, Cook and stir onions in hot oil until soft but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add peas, tomatoes, potato, dill, salt, and pepper. Add water if there is not enough liquid from tomatoes.
2
Stir thoroughly and bring to a boil. Lower heat and cook, partially covered, until peas and potato are soft, about 30 minutes. Make sure that any remaining water from tomatoes has evaporated before serving.