Pepper and Potato Stew (Slane Paprike sa Lukom i Krompirom)
This easy and simple vegetarian stew is a traditional Serbian dish made with colorful peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, and onions simmered together until tender and flavorful. It can be served on its own or alongside noodles, pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Servings: 6
Calories: 240kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 large red, yellow, orange, and green peppers sliced into thin strips
- 2 large onions thinly sliced
- 4 large potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1 can large diced tomatoes
- 3 tbsp balsamic Vinegar
- 1 tbsp Vegeta
- Salt and course black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the sliced peppers and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until they begin to soften.
- Add the onions and garlic and continue cooking until the onions become soft and translucent. Stir frequently to prevent the vegetables from sticking or burning.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the cubed potatoes, balsamic vinegar, Vegeta seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Continue cooking for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and all the vegetables are fully cooked.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
- Serve warm as a side dish or a vegetarian main course.
Notes
- Use a variety of colored bell peppers for the best flavor and presentation.
- Vegeta seasoning adds authentic Balkan flavor, but vegetable bouillon can be substituted.
- For a spicier version, add hot peppers or red pepper flakes.
- This stew tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to develop.
- Serve with crusty bread, rice, pasta, or grilled meats for a complete meal.