Tourlou Tourlou: Greek Oven Roasted Vegetable Stew Recipe
Tourlou Tourlou is a traditional Greek oven-roasted vegetable stew featuring a medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, potatoes, and mushrooms, all baked slowly with tomatoes, olive oil, and oregano. This hearty and flavorful dish can be served as a main or a side, embodying the vibrant, rustic flavors of Greek cuisine.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Stew
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 large onions, sliced into thick chunks
- 3 medium zucchini, sliced in half and then lengthwise into thick slices
- 1 medium eggplant, cut into large chunks
- 3 bell peppers, seeds removed and sliced thick
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1 box (about 8 oz) white mushrooms, cleaned and halved
Tomato Base
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes or 1 pint fresh cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Seasonings & Liquids
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup water or white wine (optional, for added flavor)
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the vegetables evenly.
- Prepare Vegetables: Place all the sliced and chopped vegetables (onions, zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, potatoes, mushrooms) into a large roasting pan, ensuring there is enough space for even cooking and tossing.
- Add Seasonings and Tomatoes: Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the vegetables, sprinkle the dried oregano and salt to taste, then toss everything thoroughly to coat. Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste evenly across the veggies.
- Add Liquid: Pour in about ¼ cup of water or white wine to the pan. This prevents sticking and enhances flavor during roasting.
- First Roast: Roast the vegetables for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, checking occasionally to stir and ensure nothing is sticking to the pan as the vegetables begin to cook down.
- Add Water if Needed: If the pan looks dry or vegetables start sticking, add a little water to maintain moisture.
- Continue Roasting: Roast for an additional 25-35 minutes until all vegetables are soft and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot. Tourlou Tourlou can be enjoyed as a main dish or side, on its own or accompanied by rice or grain. Top with fresh feta cheese if desired for an authentic finish.
Notes
- Using white wine instead of water adds a unique depth of flavor to the dish.
- If you prefer a richer tomato flavor, consider adding more tomato paste or using sun-dried tomatoes.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with grains like rice, quinoa, or crusty bread.
- For a vegan meal, omit the feta cheese topping.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated; the flavors often intensify overnight.
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