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Saramură with Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 red bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

2. Add the sliced bell peppers and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.

3. Add the tomato paste, paprika, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Add the cubed potatoes and stir to coat them with the spice mixture.

5. Pour in the water and white vinegar and stir well.

6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

7. Remove the bay leaf and discard.

8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat for sautéing
- Low heat for simmering
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Red bell peppers can be substituted with green or yellow bell peppers.
- White vinegar can be substituted with apple cider vinegar.

Variations:
- Add 1 cup of canned diced tomatoes for a more tomatoey flavor.
- Add 1/2 cup of sliced olives for a salty kick.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to stir the potatoes occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- If the saramură is too thick, add more water to thin it out.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a bowl with a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley on top.

Garnishes:
- Chopped fresh parsley

Pairings:
- Crusty bread

Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled chicken or fish

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the potatoes are not cooked through after 25 minutes, continue simmering until tender.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils thoroughly before and after handling raw ingredients.

Food history:
- Saramură is a traditional Romanian dish that is typically made with fish, but can also be made with potatoes.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, tangy, and slightly spicy

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish or as a side dish.

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Region: Romanian

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Salty, Earthy, Herbal