Patates Yiahni Potatoes Tomatoes

Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with Patates Yiahni, a hearty Greek dish featuring tender potatoes simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Perfectly seasoned with fragrant garlic, earthy oregano, and a hint of warming cinnamon, this comforting recipe is brought to life with the use of simple yet vibrant ingredients. The potatoes absorb the robust flavors of the slow-simmered tomato base, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or serves as a versatile side dish. Ready in under an hour, Patates Yiahni is a vegetarian-friendly, pantry staple recipe that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy meals with loved ones. Whether you're exploring Greek cuisine or simply craving a rustic one-pot dish, this easy recipe is sure to delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium potatoes
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups water or vegetable stock
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons flat-leaf parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and cut them into chunky wedges or large cubes. Set aside.

Step 2

Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, water or vegetable stock, bay leaf, dried oregano, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

Step 7

Add the potato chunks to the pot. Stir gently to coat the potatoes in the tomato mixture.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.

Step 9

Simmer the dish for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and have absorbed the flavors of the tomato sauce.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 12

Garnish the dish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm with crusty bread or as a side dish to complement a larger meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2314.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1840.3

Total Fat 58.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4711.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 304.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 39.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 404.9mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 8511.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.8%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 63.9%