Greek pea tomato stew (Arakas)

Although it is called pea stew, there are also usually other vegetables including carrots and potatoes. It is regarded as a peasant food but is a popular dish in most greek households.

Step 1: Heat for a few minutes until it becomes aromatic

• Onions – chopped (1-2)
• Cloves of garlic – chopped (2) – optional

Step 2: Add vegetables and olive oil – cook at high heat for 6-7min

• Peas (500g)
• Potatoes – cut in small chunks (2-3)
• Carrots – small (2-3)
• Olive oil (4 tbsp)

Step 3: Add seasoning, tomato paste/puree, and water (to cover) – cook with lid at medium heat for 30min

• Tomato paste (4 tbsp)
• Tomato puree can (300ml or half a can)
• Water – cover all vegetables
• Vegetable stocks (1)
• Salt (1/2 ts)
• Pepper (…)
• Oregano (1 pinch) – optional
• Spearmint (1 pinch) – optional
• Barchar seed (5-6) – optional

Step 4: Add dill – cook without lid at medium heat for another 15min

• Chopped dills (1 tbsp)